Galayet Bandora

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with *Galayet Bandora*, a traditional Jordanian tomato skillet bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients. This quick and easy recipe combines ripe tomatoes, sautéed onions, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, all simmered together to create a rich, savory dish. Perfectly balanced with the optional kick of green chili peppers and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a one-pan wonder that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Serve this hearty, vegetarian dish with warm pita bread for dipping, and enjoy an authentic taste of Jordanian comfort food right at home. Keywords: Galayet Bandora, Jordanian recipe, Middle Eastern dishes, vegetarian skillet, tomato-based recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 5 medium, finely chopped ripe tomatoes
• 1 small, sliced (optional) green chili pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) fresh parsley
• 4 pieces (for serving) pita bread

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and release their juices.

Step 5

If using, stir in the sliced green chili pepper for extra heat.

Step 6

Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin, then stir well to combine.

Step 7

Continue to cook the mixture for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the excess liquid to evaporate for a thicker consistency.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve warm with pita bread on the side for dipping and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1090.9 grams (1090.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1191

Total Fat 48.00g	62%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3371mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 174.70g	64%
Dietary Fiber 25.90g	93%
Total Sugars 31.50g
Protein 31.80g	64%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 182mg	14%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 2355mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 55.5%