Tamatim Mashwiya

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 14

Spicy Grilled Tomatoes, Tamatim Mashwiya Recipe for Summer BBQ

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 -8 tomatoes
	butter
	salt and pepper

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Tamatim Mashwiya is a popular Middle Eastern dish that is perfect for summer BBQ parties. It is a simple dish that only requires three ingredients: ripe tomatoes, butter, and salt & pepper to season. Grilling tomatoes is an excellent way to bring out their natural sweetness and flavor, and the char from the grill gives them an added dimension. The dish is quick to prepare and easy to customize according to your taste. Served on a platter, it can be a beautiful addition to any outdoor meal with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the grill over high heat.
2.	Take ripe tomatoes and cut them in half.
3.	Brush them generously with melted butter.
4.	Season them evenly with salt and pepper.
5.	Grill the tomatoes for 3-5 minutes per side or until slightly charred making sure to turn them occasionally.
6.	Remove and serve hot.

PROS

Tamatim Mashwiya is a perfect side dish for your summer outdoor BBQ parties.

The dish is simple and easy to prepare, and loaded with flavors from butter, salt, and pepper.

Grilling gives it a smoky, sweet and tangy charred flavor which is everyone’s favorite.

The dish is low in calories and high in the fiber content, making it a great option for health-conscious eaters.

CONS

Overcooking the tomatoes can cause them to fall apart.

The dish is quite spicy, so it may not be everyone’s cup of tea.

People who do not like the taste of charred or grilled tomatoes may not like this dish as well.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants like Lycopene which is great for skin, cardiovascular health, and can help prevent certain types of cancer. The dish is also low in calories (around 40 calories per serving), high in fiber (1.4 gm per serving), and helps improve digestion.