Tunisian Tomatoes
Experience the vibrant flavors of North Africa with our Tunisian Tomatoes recipe, a dish that brings bold spices and comforting warmth to your table. Juicy, ripe tomatoes are simmered with aromatic garlic, onion, and a medley of spices including ground coriander, cumin, and a touch of fiery harissa paste for a rich, tangy kick. Balanced with a hint of sugar and finished with fresh cilantro, this dish is a versatile delight that can be served as a zesty side, a mouthwatering topping for crusty bread, or a flavorful accompaniment to rice or couscous. Perfectly spiced and ready in just 40 minutes, Tunisian Tomatoes is a simple yet striking recipe that delivers a taste of the Mediterranean straight to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1.5 tablespoons harissa paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Dice the ripe tomatoes into small chunks and set aside.
Finely chop the onion and garlic.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté until softened and golden, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic, ground coriander, and ground cumin to the onion. Stir and cook for 1 minute until the spices become fragrant.
Stir in the harissa paste and cook for another minute, allowing its flavors to deepen.
Add the diced tomatoes, sugar, and water to the pan. Mix well.
Season with salt and black pepper, then reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving. Serve warm as a side dish, a topping for crusty bread, or alongside rice or couscous.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.7 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 332 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 646 mg | 14% | |
*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.
