"Blistered Cherry Tomatoes is a versatile vegan, gluten-free recipe that only takes 5 minutes to cook. The tomatoes' insides are juicy, the skin is charred, and the dish has a deep umami flavor. Serve it as an appetizer with hot bread, a summer side, mixed with pasta, or on top of fish or chicken."
Blistered Cherry Tomatoes
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Prep time 5mins
Cook time 5mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- cherry tomatoes
- extra virgin olive oil
- shallot
- garlic
- basil
- kosher salt
- basil
Method
Step 1
Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a heavy cast-iron skillet or braiser.
Step 2
Add garlic and shallots to the oil and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the tomatoes and allow them to cook untouched for 2-3 minutes until they begin to char and blister. Stir the tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 4
Turn off the heat and stir in torn fresh basil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Serve hot or at room temperature.