Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
2 tbsp

cooking oil

0.5 unit

cooking onion

chopped

5 unit

fresh tomato

chopped

1 pinch

sea salt

to taste

1 pinch

fresh ground black pepper

to taste

1 tbsp

sweet butter

optional

2 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped, optional

1 tbsp

unrefined extra virgin olive oil

for drizzling

1 unit

pita bread

to serve

Step 1
~3 min

Heat cooking oil in a frying pan.

Step 2
~3 min

Add chopped onion and fry until soft.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chopped tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

Fry until tomatoes are soft, squishing them slightly.

Step 5
~3 min

Add butter and cilantro near the end of cooking.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour into a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 7
~3 min

Serve with pita bread, cheeses, and olives.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Garnish with fresh parsley instead of cilantro if preferred.

Serve with labneh or feta cheese for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The tomato mixture can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with pita bread or rice cakes for dipping.

Serve with cheeses and olives.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Labneh
Feta cheese
Olives

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast dish in some Middle Eastern countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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