Sherry Cherry Tomatoes
This recipe creates a simple yet flavorful side dish of roasted cherry tomatoes. By first sautéing garlic and onion, then roasting the tomatoes with sherry, sugar, and seasoning, they become tender, slightly caramelized, and burst with savory, sweet, and tangy notes.
Equipment
- 1 Oven-Safe Skillet Cast iron or stainless steel recommended
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Spatula or wooden spoon For stirring and tossing
Ingredients
Main
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 turns of the pan
- 3 large cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or dry sherry wine
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Preheat a skillet over medium high heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, garlic and onions. Sweat them out 2 to 3 minutes then add cherry tomatoes. Turn tomatoes to coat in fat. Add sherry vinegar or sherry, sugar, pepper flakes and salt. Toss to coat tomatoes and roast for 18 to 20 minutes.
Notes
1. Using an oven-safe skillet allows for a seamless transition from stovetop sautéing to oven roasting, maximizing flavor development.
2. Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spice level. A pinch adds a hint of warmth, while more provides noticeable heat.
3. The sugar helps balance the acidity of the sherry vinegar and tomatoes. Taste and adjust seasoning, including salt, before roasting.
4. These roasted tomatoes are incredibly versatile; serve them warm as a side dish, toss with pasta, spoon over grilled protein, or spread on toasted bread.
2. Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spice level. A pinch adds a hint of warmth, while more provides noticeable heat.
3. The sugar helps balance the acidity of the sherry vinegar and tomatoes. Taste and adjust seasoning, including salt, before roasting.
4. These roasted tomatoes are incredibly versatile; serve them warm as a side dish, toss with pasta, spoon over grilled protein, or spread on toasted bread.