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Side Dish

Garlic and Tomato Confit with Mozzarella

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 45–60 min
Serves: 4–6

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Description
Sweet, slow-roasted tomatoes and garlic with fragrant rosemary, topped with gooey mozzarella and a kick from Ibarra’s Chili Garlic. Perfect over crusty toasted bread for a cheesy, garlicky, herby bite.

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Ingredients

  • Ripe tomatoes, halved or quartered

  • Whole garlic cloves, peeled

  • Olive oil (enough to submerge the tomatoes and garlic)

  • Fresh rosemary sprigs

  • 1–2 big spoons Ibarra’s Chili Garlic 

  • Fresh mozzarella slices or shredded mozzarella

  • Toasted bread slices

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).

  2. Place tomatoes, garlic, and rosemary in a baking dish, then pour in olive oil until just covered.

  3. Slow roast for 45–60 minutes, or until garlic is soft and tomatoes are tender.

  4. Top with mozzarella and return to oven until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  5. Spoon over toasted bread, drizzle with Ibarra’s Chili Garlic, and serve hot.

Quick & Easy Chili Garlic Fried Rice

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 8 min
Serves: 3–4

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Description
A fast, flavorful fried rice loaded with veggies, ham, egg, and a spicy boost from Ibarra’s Chili Garlic. Perfect for using up leftovers and ready in minutes.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)

  • 1 big spoon Ibarra’s Chili Garlic

  • 1 cup mixed veggies (carrots, peas, corn, green beans)

  • 1 cup diced ham (or any protein you like)

  • 2 eggs, scrambled

  • Soy sauce, to taste

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Scramble eggs in a hot pan and set aside.

  2. Add ham and veggies to the same pan, stir-fry until heated through.

  3. Add rice, soy sauce, and Ibarra’s Chili Garlic. Mix well.

  4. Toss scrambled eggs back in. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Serve hot and enjoy.

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