- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 2 teaspoons tamarind concentrate or balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 teaspoon mild honey
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups mixed cherry tomatoes, halved
- Toast cumin and fennel seeds then coarsely crush using a mortar and pestle or an electric coffee/spice grinder.
- Whisk tamarind concentrate into hot water until dissolved, then whisk in honey (to taste), oil, salt, and pepper until blended.
- Add tomatoes and spices and toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour, then season with salt.