Vietnamese (French Inspired) Stuffed Tomatoes

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 2
Vietnamese (French Inspired) Stuffed Tomatoes with Ground Pork and Shiitake Mushrooms
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 large ripe tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves , ground
cilantro ( garnish )
7 ounces ground pork
2 large dried shiitake mushrooms ( optional )
2 teaspoons fish sauce
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 shallots , minced
1 scallion , chopped
2 tablespoons water
1/2 tablespoon fish sauce
1/2 tablespoon oyster sauce
1/2 tablespoon sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
253
Sugar
5g
Fat
20g
This Vietnamese-inspired dish is a fusion of flavors that combines the techniques of French and Vietnamese cuisine. The juicy tomatoes make for a perfect vessel for the pork and shiitake mushroom stuffing, which is flavored with fish sauce, oyster sauce, and fresh garlic. The aroma produced by the dish is irresistible and will have your mouth watering as it cooks in the oven. This dish is great for people who are looking for a new way to enjoy their tomatoes and want to try something different from the classic Italian stuffed tomato recipe.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Cut off the top of each tomato and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
3.In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
4.Add in the ground pork, shallots, scallion, and shiitake mushrooms (optional) and cook until the pork is no longer pink.
5.Add fish sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and fresh ground pepper to the skillet and stir until well combined.
6.Add water and cook until the sauce thickens.
7.Stuff each tomato with the pork mixture and place them in a baking dish.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the tomatoes are tender and the stuffing is fully cooked.
9.Garnish with cilantro and serve.

PROS

This dish is a perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
It is easy to prepare and great for a weeknight dinner with family and friends.

CONS

Tomatoes can be difficult to stuff and may lose their shape if overcooked.

This recipe does not have many vegetables, so it may not be the most nutritious meal option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium and lycopene, which is linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. Pork is a good source of protein, selenium, and vitamin B12.

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