- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Ideal for achieving that charred exterior on tomatoes and vegetables with a smoky flavor.
- Cast Iron Skillet: Perfect for searing or cooking at high heat, providing an even surface for preparation.
- Food Processor: Useful for quickly chopping herbs to garnish the dish.
- High-Speed Blender: Can be used to puree ingredients like garlic and onions if needed.
- Silicone Spatula: Essential for handling tomatoes without damaging their texture during preparation.
- Chef's Knife: For precise cutting of the heirloom tomatoes and other vegetables or herbs involved in the recipe.
- Mixing Bowl: To combine ingredients like olive oil, salt, and pepper for marinating or coating the tomatoes before grilling.
- Bamboo Cutting Board: For a clean cutting surface while preparing fresh herbs and vegetables.
- Citrus Juicer (if using citrus as part of the recipe): Not explicitly mentioned, but can be useful for enhancing flavors with lemon or lime juice.
- Digital Kitchen Scale (optional): For precise ingredient measurements if required by specific variations of the recipe.
4 large firm heirloom tomatoes (about 10 ounces each), cored, cut horizontally in half
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, divided
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, divided
5 tablespoons (about) extra-virgin olive oil, divided
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