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Pickled Tomatoes

Firm plum tomatoes preserved in an aromatic brine with fresh dill, garlic, and whole spices. A classic tangy condiment that brightens up any spread.

20 minEasyServes 435 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs plum tomatoes, pricked
  • 4 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 4 fresh dill sprigs, chopped
  • 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pack 1.5 lbs pricked plum tomatoes, 4 sliced garlic cloves, 4 chopped fresh dill sprigs, 1 tsp whole black peppercorns, and 2 bay leaves snugly into a clean glass jar.

  2. 2

    Combine 2 cups water, 1 tbsp kosher salt, and 1 tbsp granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until dissolved and boiling.

  3. 3

    Remove the brine from heat, stir in 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar, and pour immediately into the jar to submerge tomatoes.

  4. 4

    Seal jar with a lid, allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Pickled Tomatoes?

As written, 20 minutes: 15 of prep and 5 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 4, 24 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is Pickled Tomatoes keto-friendly?

A serving of Pickled Tomatoes carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

How many carbs are in Pickled Tomatoes?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 8 g of carbohydrate in about 35 calories, with 1 g protein and 0 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 520 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Pickled Tomatoes?

Refrigerate what is left of Pickled Tomatoes within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Pickled Tomatoes?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the tomatoes drops from 1.5 lbs to 0.75 lbs; doubled, it is 3 lbs. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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