How to prepare authentic Pan con Tomate

Tomato bread is one of the simplest and most delicious pleasures of Mediterranean cuisine. A classic Catalan dish that, with the right ingredients, becomes something extraordinary.

The Classic Recipe

Ingredients included in your pack: quality bread, carefully selected ripe tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and salt.

Steps:

• Toast the bread in a toaster or on a griddle until it is golden and crispy on the outside.
• Rub the bread with a clove of garlic (optional, but recommended).
• Cut the tomato in half and generously rub it over the bread, pressing so it releases all its juice.
• Add a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
• Finish with a pinch of flaky salt.

The Secret

The quality of the tomato and the oil is everything. Always use high-quality extra virgin olive oil — it's the difference between a decent tomato bread and a memorable one.

Serving Suggestions

Pan con tomate is the perfect Mediterranean canvas. Try adding Iberian ham, Cantabrian anchovies, aged Manchego cheese, or simply enjoy it on its own — each option is a different experience.

Pairing

A red wine, a craft beer, or a chilled rosé wine are the perfect companions for this classic.

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