GRILLED TOMATOES AND ONIONS WITH FETA-HARISSA PINE NUTS
This falls somewhere between a mezze salad, a sauce and a dip. It is rich and intense on its own but great as part of a meal with warm flatbreads, soft-boiled eggs and perhaps some labneh or thick yogurt on the side. Try to get your hands on the best-quality tomatoes you can find; the simplicity of this dish really lets the fresh vegetables sing. This is lovely eaten warm or at room temperature. It reheats quite well, its flavors intensifying as they sit overnight, and can be repurposed as a sauce spooned over grilled meats, couscous or pasta.
Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi
Categories dinner, lunch, casseroles, dips and spreads, vegetables, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit/245 degrees Celsius. Bring a large pot of water to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons oil, the onions, bell peppers, jalapeños and garlic to a large 10-by-13-inch/26-by-34-centimeter roasting pan (tin) and give everything a good stir. Bake for 25 minutes, stirring two to three times, until softened and well charred. Remove the garlic halves and use a small knife to remove the cloves, adding them back into the roasting pan (tin) and discarding the papery skins.
- Meanwhile, use a small knife to remove the core from the plum tomatoes and then carve a small X mark across the bottom of each tomato. Add half the plum tomatoes to the simmering water and blanch just until the skins begin to pull away from the flesh, about 30 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the plum tomatoes to a large colander to drain, then repeat with the remaining plum tomatoes. Once cool enough to handle, peel the plum tomatoes, discarding the skins, then roughly chop the flesh, seeds and all.
- Add the plum tomatoes, 1/2 cup/20 grams cilantro (coriander), coriander seeds and 1 3/4 teaspoons salt to the roasting pan (tin) and use the back of a large spoon to mash everything together, breaking up the garlic and jalapeños a little. Return to the oven for another 35 minutes, stirring twice throughout, or until the tomatoes have broken down and the mixture has thickened. Remove from the oven and set the oven to the broil (grill) setting.
- Top the charred vegetables with the cherry tomatoes and feta and drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Return to the oven on the middle rack and broil (grill) until the feta and cherry tomatoes have taken on some color, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Once hot, add the pine nuts and cook until golden, shaking the skillet frequently, 1 to 2 minutes. Carefully stir in the harissa, then transfer to a small bowl.
- When ready to serve, spoon the harissa pine nuts all over the vegetables and sprinkle with the remaining cilantro (coriander).
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Junior Aviles
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilling process brings out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes and the feta and harissa add a nice touch of flavor. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with
Dilawar Laghari
[email protected]This dish is a great way to showcase the flavors of fresh summer produce. The grilled tomatoes and onions are bursting with flavor and the feta and harissa add a nice touch of complexity. I highly recommend this recipe!
ENGINEER FAVOUR C, OZURUIGBO
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. The grilled tomatoes and onions are so flavorful and juicy, and the feta and harissa add a nice touch of creaminess and spice. I highly recommend this recipe!
Mads Madz
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and onions. I also added some zucchini and bell peppers to the grill and it turned out amazing. The harissa gives it a nice kick of heat.
maegan cook
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook tomatoes, and this recipe definitely didn't disappoint. The grilled tomatoes were so flavorful and juicy, and the feta and harissa added a nice touch of creaminess and spice. I'll definitely be making this reci
Merci Asmat
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. The grilled tomatoes and onions are a delicious and easy side dish that everyone will love. I especially like to serve it with grilled chicken or fish.
Adam Page
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I love this recipe. The grilling process brings out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes and the feta and harissa add a nice touch of flavor. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my frien
Nuruddin Molla
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a vegetarian main course. The grilled tomatoes and onions are a hearty and flavorful base, and the feta and harissa add a nice touch of protein and flavor. I served it with a side of quinoa and it was a delicious and satisf
Holly Blank
[email protected]I love this recipe! The grilled tomatoes and onions are so juicy and flavorful. The feta and harissa add a nice touch of creaminess and spice. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.
Bryson Smith
[email protected]This dish is a great way to showcase the flavors of fresh summer produce. The grilled tomatoes and onions are bursting with flavor and the feta and harissa add a nice touch of complexity. I highly recommend this recipe!
Terrible Gamer
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook tomatoes and onions, and this recipe definitely delivered. The grilled vegetables were so flavorful and the feta and harissa were the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again!
Anastasia Borrego
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The grilled tomatoes and onions are a healthy and flavorful side dish that goes well with any protein. I especially like to serve it with grilled chicken or fish.
Saqib Dogar
[email protected]I made this dish for a picnic and it was a huge success. The grilled tomatoes and onions were a great addition to the sandwiches and the feta and harissa added a delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again for my next picnic.
Julie Fletcher
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and onions. I also added some zucchini and bell peppers to the grill and it turned out amazing. The harissa gives it a nice kick of heat.
Millie Clarke draper
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of grilled vegetables, but this recipe changed my mind. The tomatoes and onions were perfectly cooked and the feta and harissa added a ton of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again soon.
Zahid Gujjar
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone loved the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients. The grilled tomatoes and onions were especially delicious.
amentet kerr
[email protected]Absolutely delicious! The smoky flavor of the grilled tomatoes and onions paired perfectly with the creamy feta and spicy harissa. The pine nuts added a nice touch of crunch. Will definitely be making this again!