Diced Tomatoes Recipe
Make Diced Tomatoes Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
EXTRAS
- 1
Prepare tomatoes
Rinse the tomatoes under cold water. Remove stems, core, and blemishes. Dice into roughly 1/2-inch pieces until you have about 4 cups of diced tomatoes.
- 2
Prepare onion
Peel and finely dice the yellow onion into small uniform pieces.
- 3
Sauté onion in olive oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent and just starting to brown at the edges, about 3–4 minutes.
- 4
Add diced tomatoes
Pour the diced tomatoes into the skillet with the onion and oil. Stir to combine and spread in an even layer.
- 5
Season
Season with salt and black pepper. Stir to distribute the seasonings and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 6
Simmer
Let simmer for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften slightly and the flavors meld.
- 7
Finish
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 8
Serve or store
Let the diced tomatoes cool slightly before serving as a side dish, topping for bread or pasta, or storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
