Galayet Bandora (Pan Fried Tomatoes)

Galayet bandora (pan friend tomatoes) is a traditional Palestinian vegan dish, a perfect and quick, flavorful meal. It features tomatoes, and garlic cooked in extra virgin olive oil and simmered to perfection. A simple, quick dish that can be prepared in just 15 minutes—perfect for lunch or dinner. This dish is vegan and is usually served with Arabic bread or taboon bread.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 box of baby grapes tomatoes (or 3-4 medium size ripped tomatoes)
• 4-5 garlic cloves crushed
• 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
• 1 hot green chili
• 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/4 Sea Salt (adjust to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a skillet, heat extra virgin olive oil and add crushed garlic along with green chili.
2. 2Cook until the garlic is golden brown, then remove half to reserve for topping later. Keep the remaining garlic and oil in the skillet.
3. 3Add chopped tomatoes and let them cook and sizzle for about 10 minutes on high heat, stirring minimally.
4. 4Add salt and a pinch of sugar, then mix gently.
5. 5Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes are fully cooked and softened.
6. 6Once done, spread the reserved garlic and chili on top.
7. 7Turn off the heat and serve hot or in a room temperature with khubez (Arabic bread).