Fried Tomatoes with Garlic Banadoora Maqliya Ma Thoom

Take your taste buds on a journey with Fried Tomatoes with Garlic, or Banadoora Maqliya Ma Thoom, a mouthwatering Middle Eastern-inspired dish that transforms simple ingredients into a savory delight. Perfectly ripe tomatoes are lightly coated in a seasoned flour mixture infused with paprika and cumin, then fried to golden, crispy perfection. Finished with fragrant sautéed garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is brimming with bold, aromatic flavors. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a flavorful side dish, or pair it with warm flatbread for a satisfying snack. With just 10 minutes of prep time and wholesome pantry staples like olive oil, garlic, and spices, this easy yet sophisticated recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 5 medium garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into ½-inch thick rounds.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them. Set aside.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Mix well.

Step 4

Pat the tomato slices dry using a paper towel, then dredge each slice lightly in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the floured tomato slices in a single layer (you may need to work in batches).

Step 6

Fry the tomato slices for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and slightly crispy. Remove the fried tomatoes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to burn it.

Step 8

Return the fried tomato slices to the skillet with the sautéed garlic. Gently toss to coat the tomatoes in the garlicky oil.

Step 9

Transfer the fried tomatoes to a serving platter and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm as an appetizer, side dish, or with warm flatbread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(842.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	646.4

Total Fat 44.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2407.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 11.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135.3mg	0%
Iron 5.1mg	0%
Potassium 1977.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 35.5%