Tomatoes for Winter — Grandma Called Them 'Winter Find'.

An ancient recipe for pickled tomatoes with garlic is passed down from generation to generation. The aroma of fragrant pepper, the gentle brine, and the spiciness of garlic create a true taste harmony. Prepare these tomatoes at least once — and they will become indispensable in your winter pantry.

The recipe was published by Gospodynka.

You will need:

• Tomatoes — 1.5 kg;
• Garlic — 150 g;
• 9% vinegar — 40 ml for each jar;
• Allspice — 3 pcs. per jar;
• Black peppercorns — 10 pcs. per jar;
• Bay leaf — 1 pc. per jar.

For brine (for 1 liter of water):

• Salt — 2 tbsp;
• Sugar — 4 tbsp.

Cooking Method

Wash and sterilize the jars. Fill them with tomatoes, add allspice, black pepper, and bay leaf.

Tomatoes in jars. Photo: gospodynka.com.ua

Pour boiling water into the jars to the top, cover with sterilized lids, and let stand for 15 minutes. Then pour out the water into a measuring cup — this will help determine the proportions for a new brine accurately.

Vinegar and tomatoes. Photo: gospodynka.com.ua

In a pot, bring clean water to a boil, add salt and sugar according to the amount of liquid drained. Meanwhile, chop the garlic on a grater or press it and distribute it among the jars.

Tomatoes with garlic. Photo: gospodynka.com.ua

Add 40 ml of vinegar to each jar. Then fill with hot brine, tightly seal, turn upside down, and wrap until completely cool. Store in a pantry or a cool place.

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This article reveals an ancient recipe for pickled tomatoes with garlic, which is passed down from generation to generation. Simple and understandable recommendations will help you create a true taste harmony that will certainly become a favorite dish in your home kitchen.