Tomato Powder
About this product
Ripe tomatoes, dried and ground. That is the entire product.
It behaves like tomato paste without the tin, the water or the fridge. A spoonful into a pan gives you the depth that normally takes twenty minutes of cooking down fresh tomatoes, and it will not make a dish watery.
What is in the jar
- Tomato. Nothing else.
- No salt, no sugar, no preservatives
- No added colour — the red is the tomato's own lycopene
How to use it
- Stir into gravies, dal and curries for instant body
- Mix with salt and chilli for a popcorn or chips seasoning
- Whisk into soup, pasta sauce and shakshuka
- Rub into marinades for paneer, chicken and vegetables
- One tablespoon plus three of water gives roughly one medium tomato's worth of pulp
Storage
Airtight and away from steam. Keep the spoon dry — a wet spoon is the quickest way to ruin any powder.
How long does it keep once opened?
Sealed and kept somewhere cool and dry, several months. Once opened, close the jar firmly straight after every use. Freeze-dried food pulls moisture out of ordinary air quickly, and once it softens the crispness does not come back.
Is this the same as dehydrated or sun-dried?
No. Dehydrated usually means hot-air dried at 60 to 80 degrees, which darkens the food, drives off the aroma and leaves it chewy. Freeze-drying applies no heat at all — the food is frozen, then the ice is drawn off under vacuum. The colour, aroma and structure survive.
Has any sugar or preservative been added?
No. Nothing has been added to this product beyond what is stated on the label. Removing the water is what preserves it, so no chemical preservative is needed. Any sweetness you taste came with the food itself.
Do I need to refrigerate it?
No. Store it at room temperature in a sealed jar, away from direct sun and away from steam. A cupboard is ideal. Do not keep it beside the stove or the sink.
How do I rehydrate it?
Cover with warm water and leave for five to ten minutes, depending on how thick the pieces are. Vegetables can also go straight into anything with enough liquid — soups, dals and curries — and will rehydrate as it cooks.
Do you ship outside India?
Yes. We are IEC registered and ship worldwide from Surat. For international or bulk orders, message us on WhatsApp before ordering so we can quote shipping accurately.