Description
These garlic fried tomatoes are a savory and aromatic dish perfect for a flavorful side or light meal. The tomatoes are cooked to perfection with garlic, chilies, and mint, creating a delightful Mediterranean-inspired flavor.
Ingredients
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Fried Tomatoes:
- 4 to 6 large vine ripe tomatoes, about 2 1/2 lb
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 10 garlic cloves, finely chopped (not crushed)
- 2 to 3 fresh green chilies, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Small bunch of fresh mint leaves, finely chopped, or 2 teaspoons dried mint
Instructions
- Slice the Tomatoes: Using a sharp knife, slice each tomato horizontally in half (through the equator).
- Cook the Tomatoes: Arrange the tomato halves cut-side down in a frying pan with olive oil. Cook for 5 minutes over medium heat.
- Add Seasonings: Flip the tomatoes, add garlic, chilies, salt, and mint. Cover and cook until tomatoes soften but retain shape.
- Finish Cooking: Sprinkle more mint, cover, and cook for another minute.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately with bread.
Notes
- Serve with bread or pita.
- Adjust garlic amount to taste.
- Leftovers can be mashed or used as a sauce base.
- Recipe from The Arabesque Table by Reem Kassis.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 152.7 kcal
- Sugar: 3.3g
- Sodium: 298.4mg
- Fat: 13.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11.9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7.3g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Protein: 1.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
