Servings: 12 side servings (2 whole tomatoes per person) 6 lbs firm roma tomatoes 1 liter water 28 oz ketchup 2 Tbsp kosher salt 2 Tbsp sugar 1 small bunch Dill 1/3 bunch Parsley 1/3 bunch Cilantro 8-10 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped (not pressed)
Boil a large pot of water. Rinse tomatoes and place them in a large pot or bowl. Pour boiling water over tomatoes, place a plate over the top to submerge them in water and let sit for 2-3 minutes.
Drain tomatoes, reserving 1 liter of water and set water aside to cool. Use a small paring knife to remove skins. Quarter tomatoes and place into a deep bowl.
Use reserved 1 liter of warm (not hot) water and stir in: 28 oz ketchup, 2 Tbsp kosher salt, 2 Tbsp sugar, chopped dill, parsley, cilantro, and garlic.
Pour over tomatoes making sure tomatoes are completely covered with liquid.
Jiggle the bowl to distribute sauce but avoid stirring so tomatoes stay firm. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.