
Czech-style Tomatoes
Description
A simple way to make ahead for storage. Below I’ll explain in more detail. Serve at the table or keep in the pantry.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1

Prepare all the ingredients.
- 2
Step 2

Wash the tomatoes and cut them into 2–4 pieces.
- 3
Step 3

Cut the onion into half-moons and peel the garlic cloves.
- 4
Step 4

Place garlic, a bay leaf, and whole peppercorns at the bottom of a clean jar.
- 5
Step 5

Fill the jar with tomatoes, alternating with onion.
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Step 6

Bring the water to a boil with the sugar and salt. Add the vegetable oil and vinegar, and let the marinade boil for a couple of minutes.
- 7
Step 7

Pour hot marinade over the tomatoes. Cover with a lid and sterilize for 10–15 minutes in boiling water. Then seal the jar, turn it upside down, wrap it in a towel, and leave it that way until completely cooled.
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Step 8

Czech-style tomatoes are ready.