If you love fresh tomatoes, then you need to try this Smoked Tomatoes recipe. Easy steps results in delicious tomatoes that compliments any meal.
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Anyone that loves tomatoes will love the smoky taste of these Smoked Tomatoes. We have used our smoker to prepare Smoked Almonds, Smoked Chorizo Queso and Smoked Bacon Wrapped Smokies but these smoked tomatoes have become a family favorite.
The combination of the spices compliments the tomatoes perfectly to take the flavor to the next level.
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Why We Love This Recipe
Smoked tomatoes is easy to make with simple pantry spices. You can easily season with dried spices or fresh herbs to enhance the flavors.
If you are smoking a Cold Smoked Salmon or Smoked Ribeye then you can easily add these tomatoes to complete any meal. Use these smoked tomatoes in sauces, soups, salads and more to improve the flavor in any dish.
Ingredients
- Ripe Tomatoes – Choose tomatoes of your choice
- Olive Oil – Use oil of your choice. We also like using Avocado Oil
- Cloves Garlic, minced – Learn How to Mince Garlic
- Dried Oregano – You can also use Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary.
- Fresh Basil– Garnish with Fresh Basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar for added flavor
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How to Make Smoked Tomatoes
- Step 1 – Preheat the smoker to 225°F
Step 2 – Wash the tomatoes and cut them in half horizontally.
Step 3 – In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
Step 4 – Brush the cut side of each tomato half with the garlic and herb oil mixture.
Step 5 – Place the tomato halves, cut side up, directly on the smoker grates.
Step 6 – Smoke the tomatoes for about 2 hours, or until they are soft and have absorbed the smoke flavor.
Step 7 – Remove the tomatoes from the smoker and let them cool slightly. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Tomatoes – Pick tomatoes that are ripe but still firm, they’ll hold up better during smoking. If they’re too soft, they might get mushy.
- Slicing Tomatoes – Slice the tomatoes in about the same size pieces. We like to slice into thick slices so that the tomatoes smoke evenly and about the same time.
- Smoking Tomatoes – Cooking time will vary and you will know they are done when the tomatoes are soft.
How to Use Smoked Tomatoes
Smoked tomatoes can be used in many recipes or served as a side dish to all your smoked recipes. Here are some of my favorite ways to add that smoky flavor in many recipes.
- Serve on Avocado Toast with onions and seasoned with fresh herbs
- Chop up and make Homemade Salsa and serve with your favorite tortilla chips.
- Dice the tomatoes and serve on top of a salad
- Blend the smoke tomatoes in a food processor to make pasta sauce or tomato sauce
- Smoked tomatoes are even delicious served in your favorite soup.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can smoke all types of tomatoes such as cherry tomatoes, Roma Tomatoes or plum tomatoes. We have even smoked fresh tomatoes for the best flavors.
When smoking tomatoes, you can use wood chips of your choice. You can use hickory, applewood, or cherrywood are a great choice.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The leftovers will last about a week and can be served cold or you can reheat in the oven or microwave.
Yes, you can freeze smoked tomatoes. They store perfectly in a freezer safe container or you can vacuum seal them for up to 3 months.
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Smoked Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 6 medium-sized ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker to 225°F.
- Wash the tomatoes and cut them in half horizontally.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- Brush the cut side of each tomato half with the garlic and herb oil mixture.
- Place the tomato halves, cut side up, directly on the smoker grates.
- Smoke the tomatoes for about 2 hours, or until they are soft and have absorbed the smoke flavor.
- Remove the tomatoes from the smoker and let them cool slightly.
- Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.
Amazing Flavor!