Fresh and Colorful Tomato Kimchi
Recipe for Making Refreshing Tomato Kimchi with Vibrant Colors
Were you intrigued by the beautiful, colorful tomatoes at the supermarket, hoping for a delicious taste, but found they weren’t quite to your liking compared to the familiar flavor of Daegu tomatoes? While not unpalatable, they can sometimes have a stronger, more tart flavor. Don’t worry! You can transform them into a delightful tomato kimchi by mixing them with a savory-sweet dressing. Adding a touch of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the colorful tomatoes, making them much more enjoyable. It’s best to use tomatoes that aren’t overly soft, as they tend to release more liquid over time. For the freshest taste, it’s recommended to make and consume it the same day. Tomatoes are incredibly healthy, offering benefits like cancer prevention, hangover relief, and beauty enhancement. No matter how you eat them, they’re good for you! This unique tomato kimchi recipe offers a refreshing new flavor experience. You might imagine ‘tomato kimchi’ to taste unusual, but it’s surprisingly like eating a fresh salad. Even with fish sauce, the dressing isn’t overpowering; it has a healthy, sophisticated, kimchi-like feel. It’s not overly salty or strong like traditional kimchi, making it a wonderfully healthy side dish. As we get older, strong flavors can be overwhelming, but this tomato kimchi is a perfect recommendation. The vibrant colors of yellow, orange, and red tomatoes are visually appealing and stimulate the appetite, and the mild seasoning is a huge plus. It also makes a fantastic accompaniment, like a side salad, to dishes such as steak or pasta. ^^
Main Ingredients- 10 cherry tomatoes
- 3-4 stalks of chives
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare your fresh cherry tomatoes. Wash them thoroughly, then soak them in water with a splash of vinegar for about 10 minutes. This helps to remove any pesticide residue or impurities, ensuring they are clean and safe to eat.
Step 2
After soaking, rinse the tomatoes under running water and pat them dry. Cut each tomato into four equal pieces. Avoid cutting them too small to preserve their fresh, juicy texture.
Step 3
Place the quartered tomatoes and finely chopped chives into a mixing bowl. The aromatic chives will complement the refreshing taste of the tomatoes, adding another layer of flavor.
Step 4
Now, let’s add the delicious seasoning. Combine the fish sauce, gochugaru, sugar, minced garlic, olive oil, and sesame seeds in the bowl with the tomatoes and chives. Gently mix everything together, being careful not to mash the tomatoes. Once everything is well combined, your vibrant and flavorful tomato kimchi is ready!
