1 lb ham julienne*
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 medium tomatoes
2 cloves large of garlic
1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
Freshly chopped coriander marjoram, oregano, or parsley. (you can also use dried herbs)
Small bunch spring onions
In a wok, heat the oil, add the ham pieces and sauté them for 2-3 minutes or until cooked through. Remove the meat, set aside and keep warm.
Cut the tomatoes in half, remove the seeds, and chop coarsely. Mince the garlic. Grate the lemon rind. Trim and cut the spring onions into thin slices. Heat the oil in the wok and quickly stir fry the tomatoes, garlic and lemon peel. Season with salt and pepper and the fresh or dried herbs of your choice. Add the ham and spring onions, stir through, heat and serve.
For the busy cook, this recipe takes only minutes to prepare and serve. The red tomatoes add a wonderful color and flavor to a winter meal.