Handkäse Stuffed Tomatoes (Handkäse Gefüllte Tomaten)

Handkäse Gefüllte Tomaten, or Handkäse Stuffed Tomatoes, is a traditional dish from Rhenish-Hessian cuisine. This recipe combines the tangy flavors of Handkäse cheese with the freshness of ripe tomatoes, creating a delicious and unique appetizer or side dish.

Handkäse Stuffed Tomatoes (Handkäse Gefüllte Tomaten)

Ingredients

  • 4 large tomatoes
  • 200g Handkäse cheese
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds and pulp to create a hollow cavity.
  2. In a bowl, crumble the Handkäse cheese and mix it with the chopped red onion, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stuff the cheese mixture into the hollowed-out tomatoes, pressing gently to fill them completely.
  4. Chill the stuffed tomatoes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Protein
8g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Knife Cutting board Bowl Spoon

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Handkäse Gefüllte Tomaten as an appetizer at a summer garden party or as a side dish for a light lunch.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick, sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or chives on top of the stuffed tomatoes before serving.

Cost

$10