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How to Store Tomatoes

When tomatoes get cheap you can store them for more than 6 months. These three methods will help save time and money. #HappyCookingToYou #FoodFusion

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Ingredients:

  • Tamatar (Tomatoes) Ripe
  • Boiling water as required

Directions:

Wash thoroughly and pat dry tomatoes.

Option # 1:

Remove tomato’s head and slit at the bottom with the help of the knife.

Place them in zip lock bag & can be stored in freezer up to 6 months.

How to Use Frozen Tomatoes?

Don’t thaw freeze tomatoes.

Dip freeze tomatoes in water for 5-10 seconds to thaw skin & remove its skin.

In chopper,add peeled tomatoes,chop well (slush like consistency) & use immediately in your curriers.

Option # 2:

Remove tomato’s head and slit at the bottom with the help of the knife.

In boiling water,add tomatoes,blanch for 4-5 minutes then strain and let it rest in iced cold water for 5 minutes.

Remove tomatoes skin.

In blender,add tomatoes and blend well to make a puree.

Can be stored in freezer in ice tray or in a dry & clean jar for up to 6 months.

1 Cup puree = 2-3 tomatoes.

How to Use Frozen Puree?

Add directly required quantity of freeze tomato puree in your curries.

Option # 3:

Remove tomato’s head & cut into wedges or cubes.

Can be stored in freezer in an air tight container for up to 6 months.

How to Use?

Blend while frozen & use in your curries.

Don’t thaw freeze tomatoes.

Recipe By: Seema Hanif

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