• 2 pounds cherry tomatoes
• 2 whole garlics, tops sliced off
• 1 large red onion, finely sliced
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 4 large thymes, leaves picked off
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato purée
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil, for frying