Processed tomato products Processed tomato products Canned tomatoes are tomatoes that have generally been peeled and placed in a can, with or without further processing. Plum tomatoes such as Roma or San Marzano are the most common choice for canning, since they have a greater solid-to-liquid ratio than other tomatoes and make a more substantial canned product. ...more on Wikipedia about "Canned tomato"
In the simplest definition, diced tomatoes are just that, tomatoes that have been diced. In the United States retail environment, however, the term refers to a relatively recent arrival in the processed tomato market, generally consisting of canned chunks of plum tomatoes in tomato juice or tomato purée, sometimes seasoned with basil or garlic. The product has become quite popular since its introduction in the mid-90s, probably due to American tastes for a chunkier tomato sauce. Calcium chloride is sometimes added to stabilize the cell structure of the canned tomatoes, giving the end product a firmer texture. ...more on Wikipedia about "Diced tomatoes"
Ketchup (or catsup) is a popular condiment, usually made with ripened tomatoes. The basic ingredients in modern ketchup are tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, salt, allspice, cloves, and cinnamon. Onions, celery, and other vegetables are frequent additions. In Australia, South Africa, Malaysia, New Zealand and the UK, ketchup is commonly referred to as tomato sauce or simply red sauce. ...more on Wikipedia about "Ketchup"
Tomato juice is a juice made from squeezed tomatoes. Many commercial manufacturers of tomato juice also add salt. It is usually used as a beverage, either plain or in cocktails such as a Bloody Mary. It is the official state beverage of Ohio ** . Other ingredients are also often added to tomato juice, such as onion powder, garlic powder, and other spices. ...more on Wikipedia about "Tomato juice"
Tomato paste is a thick paste made from ripened tomatoes with skin and seeds removed. Depending on its manufacturing conditions, it can be used to make either ketchup or reconstituted tomato juice. Its most common culinary usage is as a pizza base; it is also used in small quantities to enrich the flavor of sauces, particularly tomato sauce. It is most commonly available in tin cans and squeeze tubes. ...more on Wikipedia about "Tomato paste"
Tomato purée is a processed food product, usually consisting of only tomatoes, but can also be found in pre-seasoned form. It differs from tomato sauce or tomato paste in consistency. ...more on Wikipedia about "Tomato purée"
Tomato sauce is a condiment made with tomatoes, and sometimes also Meat, onions, basil, salt, oil, garlic and various spices. A few tomatoes are broiled, skinned and mixed with a small amount of chopped meat, onion and some salt, oil, basil and other spices. This mixture is boiled and is often passed through a sieve before it is packaged or used. ...more on Wikipedia about "Tomato sauce"
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