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Tomato puree

Posted by on Nov 14, 2007 in Veggie Entrees & Sides | 4 comments

How to make tomato puree?
  • Bring water to a boil in a big container over medium high heat.
  • Add the required number of tomatoes to it. Make sure there is enough water.
  • Let it boil for 5- 8 mins or till u can peel the skin off.
  • Remove from stove and drain water.
  • Peel the skin off and grind it to puree.

4 Comments

  1. gav / October 10, 2008

    hi,

    sorry for the obvious question, but when you say “grind”, do you mean to put it in a mixer (or a blender) ?

    ~gautam

    • Nithu / August 10, 2010

      Yes. You can either use mixer or blender.

  2. Dipti Malik / October 12, 2008

    What is the shelf life of this tomato puree.
    This is a nice site. Good work.

    • Nithu / August 10, 2010

      I usually prepare it freshly when I need it. You may store for two to three days.

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