Tomatoes inOlive Oil are a typical preserve of Italian cuisine, ideal for preserving the intense, sweet taste of ripe cherry tomatoes even during winter. Prepared with fresh cherry tomatoes, cut and seasoned with flavorings such as garlic, oregano and basil, they are then soaked in extra virgin Olive Olive Oil , ensuring a rich and genuine flavor.
Perfect as an appetizer, on crispy bruschetta or to enrich salads and cold dishes,Olive Oil cherry tomatoes are a delicious tradition to enjoy in any season.
1. Wash and cut the tomatoes in half lengthwise, and place them on a drip pan covered with baking paper.
2. Season them with a little salt, sugar and a drizzle of Extra Virgin OliveOlive Oil and then put them in a static oven at 120° for about 8 hours.
3. Once dry, remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Meanwhile, proceed with sanitizing the jars and caps.
4. Take a pot of water by placing a clean tea towel in the bottom and place the jars inside and fill it with water, letting it boil for 30 min.
5. Drain the water and let the jars cool on a clean tea towel. At this point begin placing the sun-dried tomatoes inside the jars, adding a littleOlive Oil as you go.
6. Continue by creating layers and finally cover them completely withOlive Oil
Preparation and storage tips
In itself, preparing dried tomatoes inOlive Oil is not difficult. However, it is necessary to follow some small precautions for proper preparation and storage.
Before preparing the preserve make sure that the sun-dried tomatoes do not have small areas with mold. Otherwise it will be necessary to discard the contaminated tomatoes to avoid spoiling the preserve.
If you prefer, you can flavor the dried tomatoes inOlive Oil by adding mint or basil to the jars to increase the freshness of your recipes.
Before sealing the jars, gently tap the jars from the bottom on the work surface to release any air bubbles.
If you have the time and space, you can let them dry in the sun as the traditional recipe calls for (they will take about 7-10 days), turning them occasionally and covering them with a cloth to keep them safe from dust and insects.
For proper storage, in addition to sterilizing and sanitizing the jars, we recommend keeping the Ministry of Health Guidelines as a reference so as not to resort to health hazards.
Dried Tomatoes inOlive Oil: why a good extra virgin olive Olive Oil is important!
Extra Virgin OliveOlive Oil plays an essential role in the preservation of dried cherry tomatoes inOlive Oil
Extra Virgin OliveOlive Oil is known to be lighter and easier to digest than other types of fats.
Extra virgin oliveOlive Oil is a very healthy choice, by virtue of antioxidants that fight cellular aging and monounsaturated fats beneficial to cardiovascular health.
For the preparation of the dried tomatoes inOlive Oil we chose to use Farchioni Classic Extra Virgin OliveOlive Oil , which has a balanced and slightly fruity taste. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for enhancing the flavor of sun-dried tomatoes without overpowering it. This Extra Virgin OliveOlive Oil is available for purchase online in the store.
