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Pickled tomatoes with garlic
Experience the traditional spirit of Ukrainian flavors with these fermented tomatoes with garlic aroma. Filled with sparkling freshness and a bright aroma, these tomatoes will become a special decoration of your table. Garlic tomatoes are a classic Ukrainian appetizer that does not require canning and is suitable for winter storage. Thanks to a simple preparation process, you will get crispy fruits in a transparent sour-salty brine. The feature of this recipe is the use of cold water for brine, which allows preserving the color saturation and firmness of the tomatoes.
Variations
- Quick version with boiling water is ready in 1-2 days
- With green tomatoes instead of red ones
- With the addition of celery and bell pepper
Tenderness secrets
- Horseradish root prevents mold formation and adds aroma
- Cherry and currant leaves keep the tomatoes firm
- Cold water for brine, not hot
Ingredient tips
- Choose firm medium-sized fruits without damage
- Slice the garlic into wedges for better juice absorption
- Use non-iodized rock salt for clear brine
Culinary nuances
- Tomatoes will be ready in 2 weeks for the fullest flavor
- Store at 4-10°C in a cold place
- Foam may appear on the surface during fermentation - this is normal
Ingredients for the recipe
Ingredients
Plum Tomato
3 kg
Garlic
50 g
Hot Red Pepper
1 pc
Dill 50g
25 g
Parsley Bunch 50g
25 g
Bon Boisson Non-Carbonated Mineral Water 5l
2.5 l
Table Salt High Grade 1kg
5 tbsp
Shchedri Braty Sugar 1kg
2.5 tbsp
Preparation steps
01
Preparation of ingredients — Wash the tomatoes and greens under running water without chlorine. Peel the garlic and horseradish root. Time: 10 min.
02
Preparing the container — Place half the dill, 2 horseradish leaves and 5 cherry leaves at the bottom of a clean 3–5-litre container or bucket. Time: 5 mins.
03
Slicing components — Chop the chili pepper into small pieces. Divide the garlic into wedges. Slice the horseradish root into several pieces. Time: 10 min.
04
First layer of tomatoes — Place half of the washed tomatoes tightly together in the container. Time: 5 min.
05
Middle layers — Arrange the garlic, peppers, fresh dill and parsley on top of the tomatoes. Add one horseradish leaf. Time: 5 mins.
06
Final layers — Place 1 horseradish root on top, then arrange the remaining tomatoes. Cover with a single horseradish leaf, dill and parsley, as if making a blanket. Time: 5 mins.
07
Tip: If mold has appeared on the surface, remove it and add more horseradish leaves. The best result is achieved after 2-3 weeks of storage in a cold place. The crunchiness of the tomatoes depends on the density of the fruits and cherry leaves. Hot brine makes tomatoes softer, so use only cold water.
Where to order ingredients
Select the required ingredients in one of the stores
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