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Italian Pan Fried Tomatoes

By: Rosemary Published: May 28, 2018 Updated on: June 5, 2022

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Italian Pan Fried Tomatoes, an easy Italian appetizer or side dish. Serve with a side of crusty Italian bread, a few slices of Parmesan cheese and your side dish may become your main dish!

fried tomatoes in a pan

If someone asked me at the beginning of summer what I would be most looking forward to eating, it would be this amazing, delicious, fabulous dish! Pan Fried Tomatoes.

Table of Contents

  • What are the best tomatoes to use for frying?
  • More Delicious Tomato Side Dishes
  • How to store them
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What are the best tomatoes to use for frying?

  • Unfortunately we always have to wait until the end of July for Pan Fried Tomatoes because you need ripe plum (San Marzano) tomatoes.
  • To tell the truth I actually use any ripe tomato I can get my hands on, but small ripe San Marzano are the Italian’s favourite.
raw fried tomatoes ready to be cookied

The recipe was given to me by my mother-in-law and I can tell you that most of my Italian friends have never eaten it and when they do they feel the same way about it that I do.

Pan Fried Tomatoes are similar in taste to sun-dried or Oven Dried Tomatoes, but quicker to make and I think tastier too.

More Delicious Tomato Side Dishes

  • Easy Italian Tomato Bruschetta
  • Tuna Mozzarella Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
  • Easy Stuffed Fresh Mozzarella Caprese
fried tomatoes in a pan

Just the aroma alone is enough to make you grab a piece of Italian crusty bread and go running for the frying pan before anyone else arrives. Needless to say I have many times.

I am not embarrassed to say I make this dish at least 3-4 times a week! Whenever I have Canadian family or friends visiting it is the first dish to go on the table.

How to store them

Any leftover should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. They will keep for up to 3-5 days in the fridge.

Sometimes it is amazing how such a fast, simple, dish can be one the best. Buon Appetito!

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pan fried tomatoes in a frying pan.
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    Italian Pan Fried Tomatoes

    Rosemary Molloy
    Italian Pan Fried Tomatoes, the perfect appetizer or side dish , a quick, easy, healthy recipe. Vegan, vegetarian, low carb and gluten free.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course antipasto, Side Dish
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4
    Calories 144 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 6 plum/San Marzano ripe but firm tomatoes (sliced lengthwise and seeded)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 1 teaspoon basil
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 sprigs rosemary (leaves removed and chopped)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
    • 5-6 leaves fresh basil chopped

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium to large non stick frying pan add 1-2 tablespoons olive oil, place tomatoes in pan cut side up, sprinkle with oregano, basil, salt, chopped garlic and rosemary leaves, drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
    • Cover and cook on medium low heat for approximately 10 minutes, remove cover and squish tomatoes with a fork, continue to cook uncovered until all moisture has evaporated and until tomatoes are browned underneath (I love to cook them until they are almost black underneath). Top with freshly chopped basil and serve immediately. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Any leftover should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. They will keep for up to 3-5 days in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 144kcalCarbohydrates: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 810IUVitamin C: 13.2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg
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    Updated from August 10, 2015.

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      1. Lucy says

        December 9, 2020 at 11:07 pm

        5 stars
        A delicious and easy recipe, perfect for trying something a little different in the day to day life. I will definitely make this again and it might just become a regular staple in our household.
        Thank you, Rosemary!

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        • Rosemary says

          December 10, 2020 at 4:33 pm

          Hi Lucy, thanks so much, first time I tried it and it became one of my favourites also. Take care.

          Reply
      2. Luisa Bellissimo says

        September 14, 2020 at 7:08 pm

        5 stars
        Just made these.
        Aroma is mouthwatering!
        Going out to buy crusty Italian bread!
        This bakery has excellent buns, potato and corn bread!
        Pizza dough is good but I find it a bit salty!
        My dough much better!
        Thanks for all the authentic scrumptious recipes!
        An Italo-Canadese from Woodbridge Ontario

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        • Rosemary says

          September 15, 2020 at 7:18 pm

          Hi Luisa, thanks so much, yes this is one of my favourites, tomatoes are so delicious like this. Take care.

          Reply
      3. Mieke says

        August 11, 2019 at 11:35 am

        5 stars
        Great recipe! I was actually looking for a cherry tomato recipe after eating an amazing dish in Sicily. But then came across this one and I cannot believe how good it is!
        I have even made it with quite ‘tasteless’ tomatoes that they sell around here and this recipe just does magic and turns it into the most delicious tomato you ever ate! So much flavor! Happiness on a plate 🙂 Also great with some toasted breadcrumbs on top.

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          August 11, 2019 at 4:01 pm

          Hi Mieke, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it. I make it a lot during the summer and yes good also with some toasted bread crumbs. Have a great Sunday.

          Reply
      4. Lauren says

        July 28, 2019 at 9:08 pm

        5 stars
        So delicious and simple! My mom used to make something similar with a breadcrumb topping. I added that to this recipe by removing the tomatoes from the pan and roasting fresh breadcrumbs in the remaining cooking oil, then topping the tomatoes with the toasty breadcrumbs. Amazing!

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        • Rosemary says

          July 29, 2019 at 11:57 am

          Hi Lauren, thanks so much, I will have to try them with bread crumbs. Have a great week.

          Reply
      5. Marilyn Gregg says

        May 31, 2018 at 6:07 pm

        This sounds absolutely wonderful. Can’t wait for fresh tomatoes this summer. Are the oregano and basil dried?

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          May 31, 2018 at 7:05 pm

          Hi Marilyn, thanks and it really is (if I do say so myself 🙂 ) it’s one of our favourite summer recipes. Yes I used dried oregano and basil.

          Reply
      6. Amanda Finks says

        May 28, 2018 at 11:43 pm

        5 stars
        I love this easy side dish. It’s bursting with flavor and the sauce is perfect for sopping up with some good crusty bread!

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          May 29, 2018 at 9:57 am

          Hi Amanda, thanks and yes I totally agree!

          Reply
      7. Marjory says

        May 28, 2018 at 10:08 pm

        5 stars
        Great recipe. When I have lots of tomatoes on hand I usually end up roasting them in the oven. This is so much easier!

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          May 29, 2018 at 9:57 am

          Hi Marjory, thanks so much. Easier and a good alternative. 🙂

          Reply
      8. Helen says

        May 28, 2018 at 8:04 pm

        5 stars
        This looks really amazing! Looking forward to trying with our Garden harvest tomatoes 🙂

        Reply
        • Rosemary says

          May 29, 2018 at 9:58 am

          Thanks Helen, thanks so much, I hope you enjoy it and let me know how it goes.

          Reply
      9. Stephen Canas says

        May 12, 2018 at 5:17 pm

        You definitely are on a roll with this, my grandmother was from Flatbush but she showed her grandchildren how to cook. She was Hungarian but she did Italian food better than Italians! San Marzano or San Marzio tomatoes are great to use in the recipe and are authentic! But Hungarians brought to the states a tomato that they use in Hungarian guloshes called the Opaloca tomato. When used to make Italian paste it reigns supreme and for this recipe it rocks! My version you cut the tomatoes thick and fry them the same way and top with meat sauce and a little ziti pasta, not too much pasta because here in this dish the tomato is the deserving star attraction! Thank you New York and all my Grandmother’s Italian friends there for teaching her your food and tradition and thank all Italians there!

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        • Rosemary says

          May 13, 2018 at 5:25 pm

          Hi Stephen, thanks and very interesting, I will have to look for those tomatoes and give it a try. And your recipe sounds absolutely delicious. Looking forward to trying it. 🙂

          Reply
      10. Tracy says

        August 21, 2015 at 3:47 am

        5 stars
        Oh I love this!! I have a ton of ripe San Marzanos in my garden now and I’ve been fantasizing what to do with them- adding this to my list!

        I’m so happy to have found your blog through facebook- I just love love love your story and how you started your life in Italy. Brava! 😉

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        • Rosemary says

          August 24, 2015 at 10:04 pm

          Hi Tracy, thanks hope you enjoy it.

          Reply
      11. thesurprisedgourmet says

        August 10, 2015 at 11:47 pm

        5 stars
        We’ve been enjoying tomatoes on French bread with various cheses, ham, spinach and fresh basil and oregano toasted lightly in the oven. This dish looks delicious and quick. Thanks for sharing. I’ll have to give it a try.

        Reply
      12. Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says

        August 10, 2015 at 9:05 pm

        5 stars
        It sounds wonderful and a greatt way not to heat up the house by turning on the oven. I’ll have to try your recipe. It’s great learning new tips and trying new methods. Thank you for sharing.

        Reply
      13. Ann says

        August 10, 2015 at 8:56 pm

        5 stars
        I’m a big fan of roasting my tomatoes in the oven until they’re looking somewhat like yours. Your way looks easier. Definitely will be trying.

        Reply

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