Tomato concentrate - Import export

Energy 442 Kj , 105 Kcal Fat Of which saturated 0.4 g,0.1 g Carbohydrates Of which sugar 18.5 g ,12.8 g Fibers 3.7 g - Protein 4.9 g - Salt 0.06 g

Tomato concentrate, also known as tomato extract, is derived from heated tomato juice, from which a certain amount of water is then subtracted. The amount of water extraction determines three different types of concentrate: single concentrate, double concentrate and triple concentrate. Tomato concentrate has many uses in cooking, especially in long cooking of meat or sauces. The concentrate can be added directly to the preparation during cooking, diluted with water to preference. It can also be used to give more body to a tomato sauce, or as a substitute for similar products like béchamel and ketchup. The concentrate is not harmful to health but, on the contrary, has antioxidant properties due to its high lycopene content. This is a natural substance, one of the carotenoids, and is found in many foods. In fact tomatoes are the largest source of lycopene, and cooking increases its beneficial effects.

Energy 442 Kj , 105 Kcal Fat Of which saturated 0.4 g,0.1 g Carbohydrates Of which sugar 18.5 g ,12.8 g Fibers 3.7 g - Protein 4.9 g - Salt 0.06 g

Tomato purée (or passata) is a very versatile ingredient, and one of the fundamental foods used to make many Made in Italy recipes, as well as many others, from pasta sauces to the basic condiments for pizzas, as well as being used in various meat-based main courses or vegetarian dishes. It is made exclusively from fresh tomatoes, and only high-quality, whole products are used, not waste from other processes, such as peeled tomatoes, which are instead recovered in the production of concentrates. Tomato purée can be defined as the juice or pulp of concentrated tomatoes without skin or seeds and is the result of a cold or hot extraction method whose resulting raw material is then thickened in evaporators. Carefully selecting the tomatoes used in the production of passata is crucial, as it can affect the quality and durability of the finished product. The selection criteria include ripeness and the absence of imperfections and defects. Deep red, ripe tomatoes with a higher

"Origin The tomato is a fruit that comes from the tomato plant (solanum lycopersicum). Tomatoes originated in Mesoamerica, where the ancestors of Aztecs and Mayans grew small varieties. In 1750, tomatoes were still yellow fruits, but after several crosses they became red colored. Nutrients Tomatoes contain a lot of vitamin C, carotenes, vitamins B1, B2 and B6. It also contains the minerals potassium, phosphorus and magnesium. The tomato is eaten as a vegetable, this can be hot and cold. The good qualities of the tomato are concentrated by drying it and processing it into pieces, granules or powder. These can be added to many dishes. Applications dried tomato granules: dried tomato granules have a richer, deeper tomato flavor than fresh tomatoes and provide an umami explosion when stirred into pasta sauces, soups, stews, dips, dressings and spreads. They are also delicious baked into breads and bagels."

Tomato Paste is a concentrated and smooth paste made from ripe tomatoes. The production process involves boiling the tomatoes for several hours to eliminate the excess water, removing the seeds and skin, and boiling the remaining liquid until it becomes a thick and rich concentrate. This final product has a bright red color, a fresh and rich tomato flavor and contains no unwanted additives or artificial sugars. It is also a good source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant found in cooked tomatoes. The shelf life of Tomato Paste is approximately 18 to 24 months and it should be stored between 10°C and 24°C. Foodcom S.A. provides Tomato Paste in aseptic bags in steel drums weighing 230 kg. Due to its thick consistency and delicious taste, Tomato Paste is widely used in pizzerias, restaurants and catering companies as a base for sauces in various tomato dishes such as pizza and pasta.