Vodka-Spiked Cherry Tomatoes with Pepper Salt
Vodka-Spiked Cherry Tomatoes with Pepper Salt is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Cut a small X in bottom of each tomato.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCut a small X in bottom of each tomato.
Blanch tomatoes, 5 at a time, in a saucepan of boiling water 3 seconds.
Immediately transfer with a slotted spoon to an ice bath to stop cooking.
Drain and peel, transferring to a large shallow dish.
Stir together vodka, vinegar, sugar, and zest until sugar has dissolved, then pour over tomatoes, gently tossing to coat.
Marinate, chilled, at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
Stir together salt and pepper and serve with tomatoes for dipping.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.