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Tomato Paste
Tomato paste production became industrialized in the late 19th century in Italy, making concentrated tomato flavor widely accessible.Year-round.Intensely tomatoey, savory, rich and slightly sweet with deep umami and caramelized notes.
Did You Know?
1 tablespoon of tomato paste contains as much lycopene as 3 fresh tomatoes — cooking concentrates and makes it more bioavailable.
Overview
Tomato paste production became industrialized in the late 19th century in Italy · Year-round. · spices
A thick, concentrated tomato product made by cooking tomatoes for hours, used to add intense tomato flavor and depth.
Tomato paste production became industrialized in the late 19th century in Italy
Origin
Year-round.
Season
Easy
Difficulty
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Category
Flavor Profile
Intensely tomatoeysavoryrich and slightly sweet with deep umami and caramelized notes.
Storage Tips
Refrigerate opened cans; transfer to airtight container and use within 1 week, or freeze in tablespoon portions.
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How to Cook with Tomato Paste
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Fry in oil for 1–2 minutes before adding liquids to caramelize and deepen flavor (tomate frito technique).
Best Pairings
onionsgarlicmeatpasta saucesoupsbraises
Substitutes
Tomato purée (use 3x the amount), sundried tomato paste, or ketchup with reduced sugar.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Tomato Paste
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.5
carbs
18.9
fiber
4.1
protein
4.3
serving
100g
calories
82
Quick Facts
Categoryspices
OriginTomato paste production became industrialized in the late 19th century in Italy, making concentrated tomato flavor widely accessible.
SeasonYear-round.
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Very high in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to reduced cancer risk. Rich in vitamins C and K.
Tomato Paste Photos
4 photos showcasing Tomato Paste in its many forms
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Tomato Paste
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OriginTomato paste production became industrialized in the late 19th century in Italy
SeasonYear-round.
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Intensely tomatoeysavoryrich and slightly sweet with deep umami and caramelized notes.
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