Tomato paste is a concentrated form of tomatoes, commonly used in cooking as a base for sauces, soups, stews, amongst other dishes, to add a deep, strong tomato flavour.
Appearance – Smooth red paste
Taste – Typical tomato flavour
Thickening Agent – Helps thicken sauces, soups, and stews, as well as adding body to dishes without the need for additional liquids.
Colouring – Provides a vibrant red colour to dishes.
Flavour Enhancer – Provides a deep and rich tomato flavour.
Nutritional Content – Provides essential nutrients like Lycopene, Vitamin C, Calcium (Ca), and Iron (Fe).
Energy kJ | 335 |
Energy kcal | 80 |
Fat | <0.5g |
of which saturates | <0.1g |
Carbohydrates | 13g |
of which sugars | 12g |
Fibre | 5g |
Protein | 4g |
Sodium | <0.1g |