Patates tou Fournou – Roasted Potatoes (Πατάτες του Φούρνου)
Patates tou Fournou – Roasted Potatoes (Πατάτες του Φούρνου)
A humble, comforting classic found on every Cypriot table. These slow-roasted potatoes are simmered in their own juices with olive oil, tomato, and onion until soft, golden, and full of flavour. Perfect alongside grilled meats and fish.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan-forced).
- Place the potatoes, onion, and tomato into a large roasting dish. Add the olive oil, oregano, and salt, and toss everything together until evenly coated. Pour in the water.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 1.5 hours, or until the potatoes are very soft and tender.
- Remove the foil, increase the heat to 200°C, and roast for another 15–20 minutes to allow the tops to caramelise and edges to crisp slightly.
- Serve warm, spooning over the pan juices.
