Fried Tomatoes with Garlic Banadoora Maqliya Ma Thoom
Take your taste buds on a journey with Fried Tomatoes with Garlic, or Banadoora Maqliya Ma Thoom, a mouthwatering Middle Eastern-inspired dish that transforms simple ingredients into a savory delight. Perfectly ripe tomatoes are lightly coated in a seasoned flour mixture infused with paprika and cumin, then fried to golden, crispy perfection. Finished with fragrant sautéed garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is brimming with bold, aromatic flavors. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a flavorful side dish, or pair it with warm flatbread for a satisfying snack. With just 10 minutes of prep time and wholesome pantry staples like olive oil, garlic, and spices, this easy yet sophisticated recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 5 medium garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into ½-inch thick rounds.
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them. Set aside.
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Mix well.
Pat the tomato slices dry using a paper towel, then dredge each slice lightly in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the floured tomato slices in a single layer (you may need to work in batches).
Fry the tomato slices for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and slightly crispy. Remove the fried tomatoes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to burn it.
Return the fried tomato slices to the skillet with the sautéed garlic. Gently toss to coat the tomatoes in the garlicky oil.
Transfer the fried tomatoes to a serving platter and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm as an appetizer, side dish, or with warm flatbread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2407 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1978 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
