Tomato Jelly
This refreshing Tomato Jelly offers a unique and elegant appetizer, perfect for a light lunch or a sophisticated starter. The recipe combines the natural sweetness of tomatoes with a hint of sugar and aromatic spices, creating a savory and slightly sweet flavor profile. Served chilled, this jelly has a delicate texture and is best enjoyed with a flavorful salad dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 Bay leaf
- 3 Cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Gelatin
- 4 Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Mustard
- 1/2 cup Vinegar
- 4 tablespoons Sugar
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 1/2 cup Sour cream or whipped cream
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Instructions
- 1In a saucepan, combine tomatoes, water, sugar, bay leaf, cloves, and salt. Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 2Strain the tomato mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the solids.
- 3Soak the gelatin in 2 tablespoons of cold water for 5 minutes to soften.
- 4Add the softened gelatin to the hot tomato mixture and stir until dissolved. Pour the mixture into small, wet molds. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- 5In a bowl, beat the egg yolks and add the vinegar. In a separate bowl, mix the salt, mustard, sugar, paprika, and flour thoroughly. Slowly add the water, taking care not to let the mixture get lumpy. Pour this mixture into the yolks and vinegar. Cook slowly, stirring constantly until thick and creamy. Thin with sour cream or whipped cream.
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