Vodka cherry tomatoes with iced vodka shots

  • Portion size: Serves 6
  • Takes 20 minutes to make, plus 2-3 days’ macerating and chilling
  • Difficulty: easy

The vodka cherry tomatoes with iced vodka shots make a fantastic appetiser when served with crusty bread and pieces of good mature cheddar cheese.

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Ingredients

  • 250g cherry tomatoes
  • 600ml vodka
  • 6 whole peppercorns
  • 1 long red chilli, split lengthways
  • 1 tsp celery salt
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced
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Method

  1. Prick each tomato all over with a cocktail stick and place in a 1-litre sterilised jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour over the vodka, then add the peppercorns, chilli, celery salt and lemon slices. Seal, gently shake the jar and set aside in a cool place for 2-3 days. Shake the jar every now and then.
  2. On the day of serving, strain the soaked tomatoes through a fine sieve over a measuring jug. Reserve the spiced vodka and chill it for 1 hour. Transfer the soaked tomatoes to a serving bowl, discarding the peppercorns, chilli and lemon slices. Cover and set aside at room temperature until ready to serve.
  3. Meanwhile, place 6 shot glasses in the freezer for 30 minutes to chill.
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  5. Divide the chilled vodka between the shot glasses and serve with the vodka tomatoes.

Quick wins & tips

Any leftover spiced vodka will keep in a sterilised jar in the fridge for up to 1 month, and doubles as the perfect base for a Bloody Mary.

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