Thit Heo Don Ca Pork Stuffed Tomatoes
Discover the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese cuisine with Thit Heo Don Ca Pork Stuffed Tomatoes! This hearty and aromatic dish combines tender, juicy tomatoes stuffed with a savory mixture of ground pork, fragrant shallots, garlic, and a touch of fish sauce for that signature umami depth. The stuffed tomatoes are gently seared and simmered in a rich tomato-paste-enhanced sauce, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Ready in under an hour and bursting with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is as comforting as it is impressive—ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve these succulent stuffed tomatoes with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce. A must-try for anyone exploring Vietnamese-inspired home cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Large ripe tomatoes
- 300 grams Ground pork
- 2 pieces Shallots
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes and cut off the tops to create lids. Set the lids aside. Scoop out the seeds and pulp using a spoon, being careful not to pierce through the outer skin. Reserve the pulp in a bowl for later use.
Peel and finely mince the shallots and garlic. Chop the green onions, separating the white and green parts.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, minced garlic, minced shallots, white parts of the green onions, fish sauce, sugar, and ground black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.
Stuff each hollowed-out tomato with the pork mixture, pressing it in tightly. Place the tomato ‘lids’ back on top to cover the stuffing.
Heat a large skillet or shallow pan over medium heat. Add the cooking oil and swirl to coat the bottom.
Arrange the stuffed tomatoes upright in the skillet. Sear them for 2-3 minutes to lightly brown the bottoms.
In a small bowl, combine the reserved tomato pulp, tomato paste, water, and salt. Stir until smooth, then pour over the stuffed tomatoes in the skillet.
Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 20-25 minutes, occasionally basting the tomatoes with the sauce.
Once cooked, remove the tomatoes carefully and transfer them to a serving dish. Spoon the sauce over the top and garnish with the green parts of the chopped green onions.
Serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.1 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 5153 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 92.5 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 3346 mg | 71% | |
*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.
