Description
Galayet bandora (pan friend tomatoes) is a traditional Palestinian vegan dish, a perfect and quick, flavorful meal. It features tomatoes, and garlic cooked in extra virgin olive oil and simmered to perfection.
A simple, quick dish that can be prepared in just 15 minutes—perfect for lunch or dinner. This dish is vegan and is usually served with Arabic bread or taboon bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of baby grapes tomatoes (or 3-4 medium size ripped tomatoes)
- 4-5 garlic cloves crushed
- 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- 1 hot green chili
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 Sea Salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat extra virgin olive oil and add crushed garlic along with green chili.
- Cook until the garlic is golden brown, then remove half to reserve for topping later. Keep the remaining garlic and oil in the skillet.
- Add chopped tomatoes and let them cook and sizzle for about 10 minutes on high heat, stirring minimally.
- Add salt and a pinch of sugar, then mix gently.
- Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes are fully cooked and softened.
- Once done, spread the reserved garlic and chili on top.
- Turn off the heat and serve hot or in a room temperature with khubez (Arabic bread).
Notes
- Use the ripest, juiciest tomatoes you can find, as they will provide the best flavor. Look for heirloom or vine-ripened varieties for superior taste.
- Allow the mixture to simmer long enough for the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to break down.
- Sauté the garlic gently to avoid burning, as burnt garlic can impart a bitter taste.