Fermented Piccolo cherry tomatoes with black pepper and thyme

  • Side
  • 4
  • 15 minutes plus 8-10 days for fermentation
5.00

These fermented Piccolo cherry tomatoes are made with a 5% sea salt brine, and left for over a week until bubbly and effervescent. Perfect served over toast or spooned over a salad, this is a great way to preserve leftover tomatoes. 

First published in 2025

Ingredients

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Fermented Piccolo cherry tomatoes

Method

1

To a large sterilised jar, add the Piccolo cherry tomatoes along with the fresh thyme and aromatics 

2

Mix together the filtered water with the sea salt to make a brine 

3

Pour the brine over the tomatoes, making sure to submerge them fully 

4

Cover the jar with a lid, then store in a cool, dark place for 8–10 days, making sure to open the lid and release the fermentation gases twice a day 

5

After 8-10 days, the tomatoes will be fermented and bubbly. Open the jar and use as desired, then re-seal the opened jar and store in the fridge for up to three months 

First published in 2025

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