Oxheart Tomato

The “Huevo de Toro” (Oxheart Tomato) is a tomato that truly tastes like a tomato. It is a native variety grown outdoors in the Guadalhorce Valley, the main fruit and vegetable-producing region of Málaga.

The “Huevo de Toro” (Oxheart Tomato) is a tomato that truly tastes like a tomato. It is a native variety grown outdoors in the Guadalhorce Valley, the main fruit and vegetable-producing region of Málaga. Harvesting takes place from late July to late September or early October, depending on the year, so during the summer months, it can be found in many restaurants that support local produce from Málaga’s orchards.

This variety is large, heart-shaped, and weighs between 300 and 600 grams per piece, with some exceeding a kilo. The best feature of the Huevo de Toro is its creamy, smooth flesh with very few seeds. This tomato has a light, fresh aroma and a medium persistence on the palate, offering a perfect balance between acidity and sweetness. All these attributes have made it an exceptionally high-quality variety, highly appreciated by those who value seasonal and local products.

The best way to prepare and enjoy the Huevo de Toro tomato is fresh. Since it’s consumed during the summer months, the hottest time in Málaga, it’s perfect as the main ingredient in salads, vegetable carpaccios, gazpachos, and pipirranas. For those who appreciate its flavor, it is highly recommended to eat it sliced crosswise, with a pinch of salt, and bite into it like a fruit. Eating it in hot dishes is also a great experience, especially for making homemade tomato sauce or using it as a topping on fresh dough pizza.