To make the fritters: In a large bowl, mix together the chopped tomatoes, scallions, herbs, salt and pepper to taste. Combine 1 1/4 cups of the flour and the baking powder in a small bowl and add it to the tomatoes, mixing well. Add more flour if necessary to give the mixture the consistency of a thick batter. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

Heat about 1 1/2 inches/4 cm of oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is very hot, drop a tablespoon of the batter at a time into the skillet and fry the tomato fritters on both sides until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and let drain on paper towels. Serve hot.