Fawlty Towers Recipe
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of Fawlty Towers with this easy-to-follow recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. These towers are bursting with the freshness of tomatoes, enhanced with the tanginess of sherry wine vinegar and the aromatic touch of basil leaves. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack, these towers are sure to tantalize your taste buds!
- Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks 🥗
- Keywords: Grains, Fruit, Vegetable, European, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Free Of…, Potluck, Spicy, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive 💡
Nutritional Information (per tower):
- Calories: 32.8
- Fat Content: 0.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 9.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7.1g
- Fiber Content: 2.2g
- Sugar Content: 4.8g
- Protein Content: 1.6g
Ingredients:
- 4 tomatoes
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Sherry wine vinegar
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bring a pot of water to a boil. | 5 mins |
| 2 | Core the tomatoes, and then make a small “X” on the bottom (flower) end. | |
| 3 | Drop them into the boiling water, removing when the skins begin to loosen, about 30 seconds. | |
| 4 | Drain, and then immediately submerge in cool water. | |
| 5 | When cool, peel each tomato and slice horizontally into four or five slices. | |
| 6 | Sprinkle each slice with salt, pepper, and sherry vinegar. | |
| 7 | On individual plates, reassemble the tomatoes with the flat side down, putting a basil leaf or two between each layer. | 20 mins |
| 8 | Surround with a little basil oil, sprinkle with a bit more salt, and garnish with fresh basil. |
Recipe Yield:
- 4 towers
Instructions:
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Boil Water: Begin by bringing a pot of water to a vigorous boil. This step ensures that the tomatoes can be easily peeled.
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Prepare Tomatoes: Core each tomato and make a small “X” mark on the bottom end, resembling a flower pattern. This helps in easy peeling later on.
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Blanch Tomatoes: Carefully place the tomatoes into the boiling water. Allow them to blanch for about 30 seconds or until you notice the skins starting to loosen.
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Cool and Peel: Once blanched, promptly transfer the tomatoes into a bowl of cool water. This stops the cooking process. Once cooled, peel off the skins of the tomatoes.
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Slice Tomatoes: Horizontally slice each tomato into four or five uniform slices. Ensure they are evenly cut for a balanced tower.
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Season with Flavors: Sprinkle each tomato slice with a pinch of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a dash of sherry wine vinegar. These flavors will enhance the taste of the tomatoes.
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Assemble Towers: On individual serving plates, carefully reassemble the tomato slices with the flat side facing down. Place a basil leaf or two between each layer to infuse the towers with aromatic freshness.
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Final Touch: Surround the assembled towers with a drizzle of basil oil for an extra layer of flavor. Sprinkle a bit more salt if desired and garnish with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant finish.
Enjoy these Fawlty Towers as a light and refreshing snack, perfect for any occasion! 🍅🌿
