VODKA-SPIKED CHERRY TOMATOES WITH PEPPER SALT

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These tender, potent little orbs make a splendid Bloody Mary-esque addition to a beach-blanket picnic or a fancy cocktail party, and they tend to disappear in no time flat. Blanching them makes quick work of slipping off their skins.

Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Vodka     Cocktail Party     Fourth of July     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Backyard BBQ     Cherry     Summer     Shower     Healthy     Engagement Party     Party     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 60 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pints firm small mixed cherry and grape tomatoes
1/2 cup vodka
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon superfine granulated sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut 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.

Ife Diamond
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my tomatoes didn't turn out as good as I expected. They were a bit bland.


Ralph Saab
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These tomatoes were just okay. I found them to be a bit too sweet for my taste.


Sabbu Khan
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm glad I tried it. The tomatoes were surprisingly good! The vodka added a nice depth of flavor, and the pepper salt was the perfect finishing touch.


Momen Shoker
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These tomatoes were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.


Shafique Ahmad
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I tried this recipe and it was a hit! The tomatoes were so flavorful and juicy, and the pepper salt was the perfect touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy appetizer.


Dom Gomez
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These vodka-spiked cherry tomatoes were a delightful appetizer! The combination of sweet, tangy, and boozy flavors was perfect. I especially loved the pepper salt, which added a nice kick of heat. I will definitely be making these again for my next p