Cooking tips: Delicious tomato sauce, no preservatives, safe for health
Cooking tip: Making tomato sauce at home not only helps to retain the natural flavor but is also safe, without preservatives. The recipe is simple, anyone can succeed.
Secrets to choosing ingredients
To have a good tomato sauce, fresh ingredients are the decisive factor. Tomatoes should be selected that are evenly ripe, juicy, slightly soft but not mushy. Tomatoes in season, grown naturally outdoors, are often sweeter and more aromatic than those grown in greenhouses. In addition to tomatoes, you need to add rock sugar to create a mild sweetness, lemon juice to help preserve naturally and a sterilized glass jar to store the finished product.
Quick preparation tips
To peel easily, score the skin and blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately plunge into cold water. The skin will peel off quickly. Cut the tomatoes in half, remove the seeds for a smoother sauce, then chop or puree to taste.
Cooking tomato sauce – the most important step
Add the pureed tomatoes to a stainless steel pot or a heavy-bottomed pot, bring to a boil, then skim off the foam to make the sauce clear and smooth. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 40-60 minutes. During the cooking process, add rock sugar to taste and squeeze a little lemon juice to enhance the flavor and prolong the preservation time. Those who like spicy can add a little chopped chili. When the sauce thickens and lightly sticks to the spoon, it is ready.
Bottling and storage
Glass bottles need to be sterilized thoroughly in boiling water for 10–15 minutes. When the sauce is still hot, about 80°C, pour it into the bottle immediately, leaving about 1–2 cm from the top. Screw the cap on tightly, turn the bottle upside down to let the steam sterilize it again. When cool, store in a cool place for 3–6 months or in the refrigerator for up to 1 year.
The finished product is rich in the flavor of home
Homemade tomato sauce retains its bright red color, sweet taste, natural aroma, and no additives. You can use it to cook noodles, meat sauce, soup, or simply dip bread. Each spoonful of sauce reminds you of the taste of a family meal and brings a feeling of safety and completeness.
