Sun Dried Tomatoes

🛒 Ingredients

• Tomatoes (dried, unsalted) 28 g · 72 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Select ripe Roma or plum tomatoes, wash them thoroughly, and slice them in half lengthwise.
2. Gently squeeze out excess water and seeds, then arrange the tomato halves cut-side up on drying racks or baking sheets.
3. Place the racks in direct sunlight for 4-10 days, covering them at night or during rain, until the tomatoes are leathery and pliable but not brittle.
4. Alternatively, use a food dehydrator at 135°F (57°C) for 6-12 hours, or a very low oven (around 175°F/80°C with the door slightly ajar) for 8-12 hours.
5. Once dried, allow the tomatoes to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few weeks, or in olive oil with herbs for longer preservation.