Italian-style sun-dried tomatoes in the oven
2 servings
310 minutes
Oven-dried tomatoes Italian style are a true gastronomic delight filled with the aromas of Mediterranean cuisine. This recipe originates from sunny Italy, where the art of preserving seasonal products has been perfected for centuries. Slowly baked at low temperatures, tomatoes acquire a rich sweet-and-sour flavor and velvety texture. Light sea salt enhances their natural freshness, while fragrant Italian herbs add notes of basil, oregano, and thyme. A quality olive oil completes the dish, making it soft and silky. These tomatoes are perfect for antipasti, pasta, risotto or simply as an exquisite snack with crispy bread. It truly embodies the warmth of the Italian sun in every bite!
1
Wash and dry the tomatoes.
- Tomatoes: 300 g
2
Cut the tomatoes in half.
3
Add a pinch of sea salt to each half.
- Sea salt: to taste
4
Sprinkle the tomatoes with refined olive oil.
- Refined olive oil: to taste
5
Preheat the oven to 100 degrees.
6
Send the tomatoes to the oven.
7
After 5 hours, turn off the oven and cool the tomatoes.
8
Place the tomatoes in prepared jars (pre-soak the glass in boiling water) and sprinkle with a mixture of Italian herbs.
- Italian herbs blend: to taste
9
Pour the tomatoes with unrefined olive oil.
- Extra virgin olive oil: 50 ml
