Spanish Tomato Bread
Ingredients: 5
A classic Spanish dish featuring crusty bread, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful garlic, perfect for a light and refreshing appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
4 | slices of crusty bread |
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4 | garlic cloves (the stronger the better!) |
2 | large soft tomatoes |
extra virgin olive oil | |
sea salt |
Instructions
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- Begin by toasting the slices of crusty bread until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Next, cut the large tomatoes in half, ready to use.
- Peel the garlic cloves, ensuring to keep them whole for rubbing onto the bread.
- When ready to serve, place one slice of toasted bread, half a tomato, and a garlic clove on each plate.
- For a stronger flavor, rub the peeled garlic over the toasted bread, ensuring to cover both sides.
- Rub the cut side of the tomato over the bread, squeezing gently to release the pulp.
- Finish by sprinkling a pinch of sea salt and drizzling with extra virgin olive oil.
- Accompany with slices of serrano or parma ham for a complete and traditional experience.
Jul 19, 2024