Briam — Ad-Free Recipe, Ingredients First

This is a ladero dish — it lives on olive oil, so don't skimp. A generous quarter-cup or more, plus a long low roast, is what melts the vegetables together and concentrates the tomato into something jammy. Underoil it and you get dry roasted vegetables, not briam.

The Ingredients — and where to get them

Cook for 6 servings

Zucchini

Sliced in rounds; releases moisture that flavors the whole pan.

1.5 lb

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Potatoes

Waxy, sliced thin so they cook through in the long roast.

1 lb

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Ripe tomatoes

Grated fresh plus a few sliced; the sauce comes from them.

1.5 lb

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Onion

Sliced; melts into sweetness over the long bake.

1 large

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Extra-virgin olive oil

Generous — this is a ladero dish and the oil is the point.

1/2 cup

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Garlic

Sliced, scattered through the layers.

4 cloves

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Fresh parsley

Chopped through and over at the end.

1/2 cup

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Dried oregano

Greek oregano; the signature herb.

1 tbsp

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The Rundown

Greedometer ●●●●● A fair little treat

A reasonable little indulgence.

EffortSome doing

Cook it with

Air fryerSheet pan

The Method

Prep the vegetablesSlice zucchini, potato, onion and some tomato; grate the rest of the tomato for sauce.
CombineToss everything in a wide baking dish with olive oil, garlic, oregano, parsley, salt and pepper.
ArrangeSpread into an even layer so the vegetables roast rather than steam.
Roast low and slowBake at 375F for 60-75 minutes, stirring once, until the edges caramelize and the potatoes are soft.
RestLet it settle 15 minutes; briam is best warm or at room temperature with bread and feta.

The Toolkit

Ceramic baking dish · Box grater · Chef knife

Straight Answers

Can you make Briam in an air fryer? — Yes

Yes — bake it in a small pan or dish that fits the basket, at about 25°F below the recipe temperature. Air fryers run hot and fast, so check it early; no flipping needed.

Can you freeze Briam? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Briam ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — bake it a day or two ahead; it keeps well-wrapped at room temperature and freezes cleanly. Add any frosting or glaze close to serving.

Is Briam gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Briam vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

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