Salted tomatoes (quick way)
6 servings
60 minutes
Quick pickled tomatoes are a delicious and aromatic snack of Russian cuisine that combines the freshness of vegetables with rich herbal and garlic notes. The tradition of pickling tomatoes has roots in rural life when housewives sought to preserve the bountiful harvest for winter. This recipe allows you to enjoy the tangy flavor as soon as the next day. The tomatoes are cut, sprinkled with salt, and filled with a juicy mixture of herbs, garlic, and sautéed onions, giving them a rich, spicy aroma. They can be served with meat dishes, side dishes or enjoyed on their own. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics or as an addition to a traditional Russian dinner.
1
Cut each tomato in half lengthwise, sprinkle the cuts with salt, and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Tomatoes: 2 kg
- Salt: 1.5 tablespoon
2
At this time, prepare the minced meat. Wash the peeled garlic along with dill, parsley, and cilantro, and pass it through a meat grinder. Sauté the chopped onion rings in vegetable oil and cool; combine with garlic and herbs, and mix.
- Garlic: 1 head
- Coriander: 1 bunch
- Dill: 1 bunch
- Parsley: 1 bunch
- Onion: 3 heads
- Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
3
Stuff the tomato halves with this filling (place on the cut side) and join them. Place the tomatoes in a bowl (large ones at the bottom and smaller ones on top), cover with a lid, and refrigerate for a day.
- Tomatoes: 2 kg