We’re Stuffing Tomatoes with Potatoes!
Think of these Indian spiced stuffed tomatoes as tomato samosas — juicy red tomato vessels filled with a bright, tangy, spicy potato filling. This recipe is also known as bharwa tamatar, which means stuffed tomatoes. It’s vegan and gluten-free, two things that many stuffed tomato recipes are not. If you are vegan or are hosting someone who is, this is such a stunning dish to make. It’s sure to impress.
How to Make Stuffed Tomatoes:
Prepare the tomatoes: pick ripe, firm tomatoes of similar size with flat bottoms – they’ll be easier to work with. Slice the tops off, then scoop out the insides of the tomato. Save everything you scoop into a bowl – the pulp, seeds, water, etc.
Tip: If you have a melon baller, use that to scoop – it makes the process so easy!
Make the stuffing: first, you need to boil potatoes – I like to boil potatoes in the instant pot. Then, we’ll make the spiced potato filling using onions, all of the insides of the tomatoes, boiled potatoes, and a combination of spices including tangy amchur and roasted cumin powder. The result: a flavorful, tangy, spicy filling. Time to Bake: fill the tomatoes with the potato filling, put the tomato caps back on, and bake. That’s it!
What to Serve with Stuffed Tomatoes?
Stuffed tomatoes are hearty enough to stand alone as a meatless main, but if you’re having guests, I would suggest serving it as either an appetizer or as one of several main dishes. I also suggest serving the tomatoes with a side of Indian flatbread or rice. Here are a few ideas: These Indian spiced stuffed tomatoes taste as good as they look! Give this recipe a try and let me know what you think. 🙂 Like this recipe? Pin it to your favorite Pinterest board now so you will remember to make it later!
