HERBED TOMATOES
Tomatoes grow so many places that all herbs seem to have some sort of agreement worked out with them. And the polyamorous tomato seems, among a lucky few ingredients, to carry on genuine and stirring and entirely unique relationships with each herb. Here is a recipe for herbed tomatoes inspired by something my friend Emma made years ago, which she called, enigmatically, Tomatoes Provençal. In any case, mine are neither Provençal nor provincial, but à l'Americaine, using herbs that I usually eat in food from Vietnam and Thailand but that grow happily beside tomatoes in each of those countries - as well as in ours - in what may or may not be a French provincial preparation.
Provided by Tamar Adler
Categories vegetables, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut the tomatoes across their horizontal equators, and over the sink, scoop out some of their seeds and juice without completely disemboweling them.
- Heat a cast-iron pan or grill pan or grill big enough to fit all the tomatoes in one or two rounds. Lightly brush or drizzle your pan with olive oil. Cook the tomatoes in a single layer, cut sides down, for 3 to 4 minutes, until they just start to collapse or buckle when they are plucked at with tongs and their cut sides are browned or even a touch blackened.
- Turn off the heat, and turn the tomatoes over, leaving them for 3 minutes on the second side and then removing them, cut sides up, to a plate. Lightly salt the cut sides.
- In a mortar and pestle or on a cutting board, pound the garlic to a paste with a large pinch of salt - about 1/2 teaspoon. When you have a fairly smooth paste, mix in the chopped herbs and olive oil. Taste. Adjust salt until the paste is very well seasoned.
- Divide the herb paste among the cut sides of the tomatoes, using it all. There should be a thick, herby blanket on each. Eat warm or at room temperature or cool.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 107, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 320 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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DMN YMN
[email protected]These tomatoes are a great way to add a pop of flavor to any dish.
Rahul Gupata
[email protected]I love the way the garlic and basil complement the tomatoes in this recipe.
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[email protected]These tomatoes are the perfect summer appetizer. They're light, refreshing, and so easy to make.
Toad Hornay
[email protected]I've made these tomatoes several times now, and they're always a hit. I love the way the herbs complement the tomatoes.
Faruk Hossin Rabbi
[email protected]These tomatoes are a great way to add a pop of color and flavor to any dish.
Ms Rumi
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it to make bruschetta, pasta salad, and even salsa.
Morra Pruis
[email protected]These tomatoes are the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Suray Thakuri
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of tomatoes, but these Herbed Tomatoes have changed my mind. They're so delicious!
Rod Marlow
[email protected]These tomatoes are a great way to use up fresh herbs from the garden.
Bishal Bharati
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few fresh ingredients that come together to create something truly special.
Rivv Turner
[email protected]These tomatoes are the perfect addition to any summer cookout.
Ismaaciil Cabdi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the bright, herby flavor of the tomatoes.
Omar Yasser
[email protected]These tomatoes are so easy to make, and they always turn out perfect.
Kenny Simmons
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used it to make pasta salads, sandwiches, and even pizzas.
parkash Tharu
[email protected]These Herbed Tomatoes are the perfect summer side dish. They're light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.
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[email protected]I made these tomatoes for a picnic and they were a huge success. They were gone in minutes!
Bulama Kan Tubo
[email protected]These Herbed Tomatoes were a hit at my summer party! They were so easy to make and tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. I used a variety of herbs from my garden, and they all complemented the tomatoes perfectly.