Tomato dishes

Tomato dishes are juicy and very aromatic dishes that will pleasantly surprise you with their variety. These round red fruits can be used to make anything from cold or hot soups to gourmet appetizers. Tomatoes are a versatile product that goes well with a wide variety of ingredients, for example, meat or poultry, cheese or mayonnaise. Thus, after reading this selection, you will definitely choose something for yourself.

Tomato soup made from fresh tomatoes

Tomato soup made from fresh tomatoes, prepared with the addition of vegetables such as red bell peppers, onions and garlic, is a dish with an incredibly rich taste and aroma. Oregano goes well with vegetables, and we recommend using chickpeas or croutons for serving.

1. 
   Cut the sweet peppers in half and remove the stems, white membranes and seeds. Cut into fairly large segments.
2. 
   Cut juicy tomatoes into 4-6 slices, depending on size.
3. 
   We “free” the onion from the husk and cut it into half rings.
4. 
   Line a flat baking sheet with a sheet of baking paper and lay out the vegetable mix. Drizzle with olive oil and season with oregano, whole and unpeeled garlic cloves, ground pepper and salt.
5. 
   Bake for about 30-40 minutes at 180 degrees.
6. 
   Place the softened ingredients together with the juice into a blender bowl (peel the garlic and add to the rest of the ingredients).
7. 
   Blend until smooth and homogeneous.
8. 
   Grind the resulting mass through a sieve with fine holes.
9. 
   Pour the vegetable puree into a saucepan and dilute with water, achieving the desired consistency. Bring to a boil over medium heat and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
10. 
    Serve hot and enjoy. Bon appetit!

Tomatoes baked with cheese and garlic

Tomatoes baked with cheese and garlic are a fragrant and delicious hot appetizer that can easily diversify an ordinary family dinner or decorate a holiday table set for any occasion. For richness, we recommend using fresh basil and garlic.

Cooking time – 40 min.

Cooking time – 7-10 min.

Portions – 5.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 1-1.5 kg.
• Basil – 1 bunch.
• Garlic – 3-4 teeth.
• Hard cheese – 200 gr.
• Olive oil – 2 tbsp.
• Balsamic vinegar – 2 tbsp.
• Salt - to taste.
• Ground black pepper - to taste.

Cooking process:

Step 1. Separate the garlic cloves from the head and press with the edge of a knife, remove the husks and chop.

Step 2.We rinse the tomatoes under running water, cut them into quarters and be sure to get rid of the place where the stalk is attached.

Step 3. Wash the fragrant basil leaves and shake off excess moisture. Chop into small pieces using culinary scissors.

Step 4. In a wide container, mix tomatoes, basil and garlic. Season the ingredients with vinegar, olive oil, salt and ground pepper and stir again.

Step 5. Transfer the aromatic “set” into a heat-resistant form, greased with olive oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes (180 degrees).

Step 6. Without wasting time, turn the cheese into shavings, armed with a borage grater.

Step 7. After 15 minutes, sprinkle the dish with cheese and return to the oven until melted. Serve in combination with slices of fresh baguette - take a sample. Bon appetit!

Tomatoes in Korean

Korean tomatoes are a sweet, sour and moderately spicy snack that will surely appeal to all lovers of Asian cuisine. It doesn’t take much time to prepare, and the result is beyond praise. Marinated tomatoes go perfectly with hot potatoes, as well as meat and poultry dishes.

Cooking time – 120 min.

Cooking time - 15 minutes.

Portions – 4-5.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 500 gr.
• Bell pepper – 200 gr.
• Garlic – 15 gr.
• Chili pepper – 10 gr.
• Dill – 20 gr.
• Sunflower oil – 4-5 tbsp.
• Vinegar 9% – 1-2 tbsp.
• Granulated sugar – ½ tbsp.
• Salt - to taste.
• Ground black pepper - to taste.

Cooking process:

Step 1. Wash the vegetables listed in the list with water and let them dry a little.

Step 2. Cut the bell pepper pulp into large squares, peel the garlic, and rinse the greens.

Step 3.Mix chili peppers, bell peppers, garlic and herbs in a blender bowl.

Step 4. Cut the tomatoes into 2-4 parts.

Step 5. Mix the tomato slices with the resulting paste, as well as salt, granulated sugar, vinegar and oil.

Step 6. Leave for 60-90 minutes.

Step 7. Transfer the Asian appetizer into a beautiful bowl and serve. Bon appetit!

Omelette with tomatoes in a frying pan

An omelette with tomatoes in a frying pan is an easy-to-prepare, but very tasty option for a hearty breakfast or a full-fledged snack. By eating a portion of the dish, you will receive a portion of protein and fiber, and accordingly, replenish your energy reserves! Let's add meat products, spices and herbs.

Cooking time - 20 minutes.

Cooking time – 8 min.

Portions – 2.

Ingredients:

• Eggs – 3 pcs.
• Boiled ham/sausage – 100 gr.
• Tomatoes – 1 pc.
• Milk – 3 tbsp.
• Vegetable oil – 1 tbsp.
• Butter – 1 tsp.
• Parsley - to taste.
• Salt - to taste.
• Ground black pepper - to taste.

Cooking process:

Step 1. In a deep bowl, beat the chicken eggs with the addition of milk, a small amount of ground pepper and salt.

Step 2. Cut the thick walls of the tomatoes into cubes, and do the same with the ham.

Step 3. Heat two types of oil and fry the chopped tomato and ham for a few minutes.

Step 4. Pour the omelette mixture over the browned ingredients, wait until it sets, and break it into pieces with a spatula. Cover with a lid and simmer over low heat for about three minutes.

Step 5. Sprinkle the omelet with herbs and serve. Cook and have fun!

Instant lightly salted tomatoes

Instant lightly salted tomatoes can be on your table in just a day and “keep company” with a wide variety of dishes. For example, this appetizer goes well with boiled potatoes, fried chicken or stew.

Cooking time – 24 hours 20 minutes

Cooking time - 20 minutes.

Portions – 3.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 4 pcs.
• Dill umbrellas – 2 pcs.
• Horseradish leaves - to taste.
• Water – 500 ml.
• Salt – 1 tsp.
• Granulated sugar – ½ tsp.
• Garlic – 3 teeth.
• Ground black pepper – 2 pinches.
• Bay leaf – 1 pc.
• Hot pepper - to taste.

Cooking process:

Step 1. Thoroughly rinse the herbs and tomatoes under running water and peel the garlic cloves.

Step 2. Cut the juicy fruits into medium-sized slices.

Step 3. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil, add bay leaf, salt, granulated sugar and pepper - boil for 3-4 minutes and cool to room temperature.

Step 4. At this time, place dill umbrellas, a little hot pepper and horseradish leaves on the bottom of clean jars.

Step 5. Fill the glass container with tomato slices, quite tightly to each other.

Step 6. Fill the ingredients with cooled brine and add pieces of garlic. Cover the neck with gauze soaked in water and leave for 24 hours.

Step 7. Place the aromatic tomatoes on a plate and take a sample the next day. Bon appetit!

Pickled tomatoes for the winter

Pickled tomatoes for the winter are an excellent alternative to fresh vegetables during the cold season. Having opened such a preparation, you will instantly feel the rich aroma of spices, and the tomatoes themselves will surprise you with their bright sweet and sour taste, which no one can resist!

Cooking time – 40 min.

Cooking time - 10 min.

Portions – 3 l.

Ingredients:

• Water – 1.2-1.4 l.
• Tomatoes – 15-20 pcs.
• Vinegar 9% – 65 ml.
• Garlic – 2 teeth.
• Onion – 1 pc.
• Parsley – 6 sprigs.
• Allspice peas – 6 pcs.
• Granulated sugar – 3 tbsp.
• Salt – 1 tbsp.

Cooking process:

Step 1. We wash the lids and jars with soda and pour boiling water over them, dry them and put spices on the bottom: allspice peas, onion slices, parsley and garlic cloves.

Step 2. Fill the jar with washed tomatoes, layering with the above-mentioned additives.

Step 3. Pour boiling water into the jar up to the neck.

Step 4. Pour the hot water into the pan, add sugar and salt, cook for 5-10 minutes and add vinegar. Remove from the burner after boiling again.

Step 5. Fill the free space in the jar with hot brine and immediately roll it up using a special key.

Step 6. To check the tightness, place the seals on the lids and wrap them in a blanket for a day. After the time has passed, we transfer the tomatoes to a storage location. Cook and have fun!

Homemade tomato juice

Tomato juice from tomatoes at home is so easy to prepare that after trying it just once, you will forever forget about buying a packaged drink in stores. For cooking, we need only three components: the tomatoes themselves, as well as salt and your favorite seasonings.

Cooking time – 45 min.

Cooking time - 15 minutes.

Portions – 5.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 3 kg.
• Salt - to taste.
• Granulated sugar - to taste.
• Spices - to taste.

Cooking process:

Step 1. Before starting the process, rinse the jar of soda, sterilize it, and also be sure to boil the lids.

Step 2.We cut the washed tomatoes crosswise at the base, pour boiling water over them for a couple of minutes and then rinse with cool water.

Step 3. With light hand movements, remove the skin, place the pulp in the bowl of a food processor or blender and grind it into a paste.

Step 4. Carefully grind the aromatic puree through a sieve with fine holes.

Step 5. Pour the resulting liquid into a saucepan and boil at low boil for about 5-10 minutes, add salt, seasonings and sugar. Be sure to remove the foam with a slotted spoon and when the foam stops appearing on the surface, the juice is ready.

Step 6. Continuing the heat treatment over low heat, distribute the juice among the jars.

Step 7. Roll up and, turning over, leave until cool.

Step 8. Bon appetit!

Homemade sun-dried tomatoes

Sun-dried tomatoes at home are an ideal way to prepare tomatoes for the winter for those who do not like canned salads or vegetables pickled in brine. These delicious slices will be an ideal addition to vegetable salads, soups and pasta.

Cooking time – 4 hours 30 minutes

Cooking time – 25-30 min.

Portions – 1.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 2 kg.
• Garlic – 3-5 teeth.
• Dried herbs - to taste.
• Olive oil - for filling.
• Salt - to taste.

Cooking process:

Step 1. Wash the fruits thoroughly, blot them dry with paper napkins and cut them in half, using a teaspoon to remove all the pulp. Cream tomatoes are best suited for this recipe.

Step 2. Place the prepared halves on a baking sheet, which must first be covered with parchment or greased with a thin layer of olive oil.

Step 3.Sprinkle the tomatoes with aromatic herbs and salt, sprinkle with olive oil and put in the oven, heated to 130 degrees for 3-4 hours.

Step 4. During the simmering process, be sure to check that the slices do not dry out or burn.

Step 5. Place the tomatoes in a jar, adding slivers of garlic. Fill the filled jar with olive oil and move it to the refrigerator shelf for storage.

Step 6. The aromatic appetizer can be tasted immediately, and we recommend using olive oil soaked in spices for salad dressing. Bon appetit!

Tomato gazpacho

Tomato gazpacho is a cold vegetable soup that is perfect for lunch on a hot day. This first dish will fill you up for a long time, because it is rich in fiber and carbohydrates. If you love vegetables and everything connected with them, then this recipe is for you!

Cooking time – 40 min.

Cooking time - 10 min.

Portions – 2.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 500 gr.
• Cucumbers – 1 pc.
• Parsley – 4 sprigs.
• Garlic – 2 teeth.
• Basil leaves – 10 pcs.
• Olive oil – 4 tbsp.
• Wine vinegar – 1 tbsp.
• White loaf – 40 gr.
• Ground black pepper – ½ tsp.
• Salt – 1 tsp.

Cooking process:

Step 1. We wash the tomatoes, remove the place where the stalk is attached and cut them crosswise, dip them in boiling water for 30-40 seconds, then move the fruits into cold water and remove the skin. Cut into 4 parts and get rid of the seeds.

Step 2. Finely chop the greens separately from each other.

Step 3. Peel the washed cucumber and cut it in half: randomly chop one part and leave the second for decoration.

Step 4. Place tomatoes, basil, garlic and half a cucumber into a blender bowl, also add vinegar and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5.Mix the ingredients until smooth, and if you think the mass is too thick, you can add a small amount of cool water.

Step 6. Pour the soup into a container, close the lid and refrigerate for 120 minutes.

Step 7. At the same time, cut off the crusts from the bread and cut the crumb into cubes.

Step 8. Fry the loaf in a dry frying pan until golden brown.

Step 9. Pour gazpacho into plates and decorate with croutons, parsley and finely chopped cucumber - taste. Bon appetit!

Homemade tomato paste

Homemade tomato paste is a natural product that is widely used in cooking. Of course, homemade pasta will differ from store-bought pasta in a less rich taste, but its composition is much better. Be sure to try it!

Cooking time – 120 min.

Cooking time - 15 minutes.

Portions – 700 ml.

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes – 3.5 kg.
• Salt – ½ tbsp.

Cooking process:

Step 1. Grind the washed and dried tomatoes using a meat grinder, add salt and, pour into a pan of a suitable size, boil.

Step 2. Place a sieve in the center of the boiling mass, and scoop out the juice from there with a spoon or ladle. We use this liquid to prepare other dishes.

Step 3. Having got rid of the juice, we get this mass.

Step 4. Grind the mixture through a sieve and boil to the desired thickness (60-90 minutes).

Step 5. Distribute the delicate paste into sterile jars and seal tightly.

Step 6. After cooling, store in the refrigerator. Bon appetit!