Tomatoes: Varieties, Preserves & Preparations

Discover the world of tomatoes at Kalindra: from fresh tomatoes to preserves, passata and sun-dried varieties, explore different textures and preparations for your recipes.

Description

The tomato can be enjoyed fresh, peeled, crushed, puréed, concentrated, dried or transformed into sauce. Texture, intensity, processing and intended use may change, making tomatoes one of the most versatile ingredients in Italian and Mediterranean cooking.

Kalindra's Tomatoes category brings together different varieties, formats and preparations: fresh tomatoes, peeled tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, tomato passata, tomato paste, dried and sun-dried tomatoes, preserves, sauces and other tomato-based products, depending on availability.

Fresh tomatoes and varieties

Fresh tomatoes differ in shape, size, colour, texture and flavour profile. Round, plum, cherry, date-shaped and other varieties can be selected for salads, bruschetta, side dishes, cooking and many other recipes.

Peeled, chopped, passata and tomato paste

Processing gives tomatoes different culinary characteristics. Peeled tomatoes retain much of the original fruit; chopped tomatoes provide a more textured consistency, while tomato passata is generally smoother.

Tomato paste provides a more concentrated form of tomato and can add intensity to sauces, stews and other dishes.

Dried tomatoes, preserves and sauces

Drying changes the tomato's texture and concentrates its flavour. Dried tomatoes can be used in appetisers, sandwiches, focaccia, pasta and many other dishes.

Tomato preserves, sauces and ready-made preparations offer further choices in terms of recipes, textures and ingredients.

At Kalindra you can compare tomato type, variety, ingredients, format, processing method, declared origin and producer.

FAQ

What products are included in the Tomatoes category?
Fresh, peeled, chopped and dried tomatoes, passata, tomato paste, preserves, sauces and other tomato-based preparations may be included.

What is the difference between passata and chopped tomatoes?
Passata is generally smoother, while chopped tomatoes retain more texture.

What is tomato paste used for?
It can be used to add concentrated tomato character to sauces, stews and numerous recipes.

How can dried tomatoes be used?
In appetisers, salads, focaccia, sandwiches, pasta, sauces and many other dishes.

Which tomato product is suitable for pizza?
Peeled tomatoes, chopped tomatoes and passata provide different textures and can be selected according to the recipe.

How should I choose tomato products online?
Compare type, ingredients, format, processing, declared origin, allergens and producer information.