Turli Tava (Skopje Baked Summer Vegetable, Okra, Potato & Meat/Chickpea Medley) – Authentic North Macedonia Recipe

Translating to "mixed pan": a vibrant Macedonian earthenware bake of garden vegetables and okra.

Country of Origin
🇲🇰 North Macedonia (Southern Europe, Europe)
Dietary Profile
vegan
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Difficulty
Medium
Signature Staples
Eggplant, Zucchini, Okra, Sweet red paprika, Garlic

Ingredients for Turli Tava (Skopje Baked Summer Vegetable, Okra, Potato & Meat/Chickpea Medley) (4 Servings)

  • 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) eggplant, prepped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups zucchini, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup okra
  • 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with sweet red paprika
  • 1.5 tbsp traditional North Macedonia seasoning (garlic, fresh parsley, ripe tomatoes, olive oil)
  • 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, sweet red paprika, and garlic, fresh parsley, ripe tomatoes, olive oil for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Combine eggplant and zucchini with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
  4. Top with okra and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
  5. Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.

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