Sataraš sa Rižom (Bosnian Summer Sweet Pepper, Tomato & Garlic Braise) – Authentic Bosnia and Herzegovina Recipe
Sun-drenched Bosnian garden skillet stewing sweet peppers and tomatoes into a jammy, aromatic sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina (Southern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegan
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Sweet yellow and red bell peppers, Ripe plum tomatoes, Caramelized onions and rice, Garlic, Sweet paprika
Ingredients for Sataraš sa Rižom (Bosnian Summer Sweet Pepper, Tomato & Garlic Braise) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) sweet yellow and red bell peppers, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups ripe plum tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup caramelized onions and rice
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with garlic
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Bosnia and Herzegovina seasoning (sweet paprika, flat-leaf parsley, sunflower/olive oil)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add sweet yellow and red bell peppers and ripe plum tomatoes along with sweet paprika, flat-leaf parsley, sunflower/olive oil, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with caramelized onions and rice and serve straight from the skillet.