Pickled Tomatoes

Directions

  1. 1Add tomatoes, garlic, peppercorns, and basil to a 1-quart-size glass jar fitted with a lid.
  2. 2Combine water, vinegar, salt, sugar, and crushed red pepper in a small saucepan and place over high heat.
  3. 3Cook, stirring often, until salt and sugar have fully dissolved, removing from heat just before the mixture comes to a simmer.
  4. 4Pour hot brine over tomatoes and seal jar.
  5. 5Allow jar to cool to room temperature, then place in the refrigerator until completely chilled, at least 8 hours.

Ingredients

  • 3 cup baby cherry or grape tomato
  • 2 clove garlic, halved
  • 1/4 tsp peppercorns
  • 2 sprig fresh basil
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 1/2 tsp white sugar
  • 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper

Equipment

1-quart-size glass jarsmall saucepan

Tips

  • Best served after 24 hours and up to 2 weeks.