Tomatoes in hot and sour sauce
4 servings
5 minutes
Tomatoes in a sour-spicy sauce are a true gastronomic adventure into the world of Pan-Asian flavors. This recipe combines the freshness of cherry tomatoes with the spiciness of chili peppers and rich notes of garlic and ginger, creating a harmonious blend of acidity, sweetness, and heat. The origins of such combinations can be found in Asian culinary traditions where fresh vegetables are complemented by complex sauces to enhance their natural flavors. The sauce, rich in aromas of soy sauce, cilantro, and lemon, adds depth and layers to the dish's flavor. This dish is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, beautifully complementing meat and fish dishes while refreshing the taste of main courses with its brightness and richness. Ideal for lovers of Asian cuisine who appreciate balance and intensity in flavor experiences.
1
Mix crushed garlic with grated ginger, grape seed oil, olive oil, soy sauce, chopped cilantro, thinly sliced chili pepper, sugar, and lemon juice. Taste the sauce, add salt, and season with black pepper if it is not salty and spicy enough for your taste.
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Ginger: 20 g
- Grape seed oil: 50 ml
- Olive oil: 20 ml
- Soy sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Coriander: 20 g
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Cane sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Cut cherry tomatoes in half or quarters, and sweet pepper into small cubes. Mix the vegetables with the sauce and serve immediately.
- Cherry tomatoes: 400 g
- Sweet pepper: 2 pieces