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Stewed Tomatoes[edit]

Stewed tomatoes are a type of cooked tomato dish that involves simmering tomatoes with various seasonings and vegetables. This dish is popular in many cuisines around the world and can be used as a base for other recipes or served as a side dish.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of stewed tomatoes typically involves the following steps:

Selection of Tomatoes: Fresh, ripe tomatoes are chosen for their flavor and juiciness. Roma tomatoes or plum tomatoes are often preferred due to their lower water content and rich flavor.
Peeling and Chopping: The tomatoes are usually peeled to remove the skin, which can be done by blanching them in boiling water. They are then chopped into pieces.
Cooking: The chopped tomatoes are placed in a pot and simmered over low heat. Onions, garlic, and bell peppers are commonly added for additional flavor.
Seasoning: Common seasonings include salt, pepper, basil, oregano, and sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.

Uses[edit]

Stewed tomatoes can be used in a variety of dishes:

As a Side Dish: They can be served as a simple side dish, often seasoned with herbs and spices.
In Soups and Stews: Stewed tomatoes are a common ingredient in soups and stews, adding depth and flavor.
Sauces: They can be blended to create a smooth tomato sauce for pasta or pizza.

Nutritional Value[edit]

Stewed tomatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium. They are also a good source of dietary fiber and contain antioxidants such as lycopene, which is beneficial for heart health.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Stewed Tomatoes''' are a preparation of [[tomatoes]] that have been cooked, or stewed, in their own juices and often combined with various other ingredients. They are a staple in many [[cuisine|cuisines]] around the world and are used in a variety of dishes.
+== Stewed Tomatoes ==
-== History ==
+[[File:Tomato_sauce_by_Süleyman.jpg|thumb|right|Stewed tomatoes in a bowl]]
-The practice of stewing tomatoes likely originated in the regions where tomatoes were first cultivated, such as [[Mesoamerica]]. The [[Aztecs]] and other indigenous peoples of the Americas were known to cook tomatoes in this way. The technique was later brought to Europe and other parts of the world through [[exploration]] and [[trade]].
+'''Stewed tomatoes''' are a type of [[cooked]] [[tomato]] dish that involves simmering tomatoes with various [[seasonings]] and [[vegetables]]. This dish is popular in many [[cuisines]] around the world and can be used as a base for other recipes or served as a side dish.
 == Preparation ==
-Stewed tomatoes are typically prepared by first removing the skins and seeds of the tomatoes. The tomatoes are then chopped and cooked in a pot or pan over medium heat. The tomatoes release their juices as they cook, creating a flavorful broth. Other ingredients, such as [[onion|onions]], [[garlic]], [[herbs]], and [[spices]], may also be added to enhance the flavor.
+The preparation of stewed tomatoes typically involves the following steps:
+# '''Selection of Tomatoes''': Fresh, ripe tomatoes are chosen for their flavor and juiciness. [[Roma tomatoes]] or [[plum tomatoes]] are often preferred due to their lower water content and rich flavor.
+# '''Peeling and Chopping''': The tomatoes are usually peeled to remove the skin, which can be done by blanching them in boiling water. They are then chopped into pieces.
+# '''Cooking''': The chopped tomatoes are placed in a pot and simmered over low heat. [[Onions]], [[garlic]], and [[bell peppers]] are commonly added for additional flavor.
+# '''Seasoning''': Common seasonings include [[salt]], [[pepper]], [[basil]], [[oregano]], and [[sugar]] to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.
 == Uses ==
-Stewed tomatoes are a versatile ingredient and can be used in a variety of dishes. They are often used as a base for [[soup|soups]], [[stew|stews]], and [[sauce|sauces]]. They can also be served as a side dish or used as a topping for [[pasta]], [[rice]], or [[bread]].
+Stewed tomatoes can be used in a variety of dishes:
+* '''As a Side Dish''': They can be served as a simple side dish, often seasoned with herbs and spices.
+* '''In Soups and Stews''': Stewed tomatoes are a common ingredient in [[soups]] and [[stews]], adding depth and flavor.
+* '''Sauces''': They can be blended to create a smooth [[tomato sauce]] for [[pasta]] or [[pizza]].
-== Health Benefits ==
+== Nutritional Value ==
-Stewed tomatoes are a good source of [[vitamin C]], [[vitamin A]], and [[lycopene]], a powerful [[antioxidant]]. Cooking tomatoes increases the availability of lycopene, making stewed tomatoes a particularly healthy choice.
+Stewed tomatoes are rich in [[vitamins]] and [[minerals]], particularly [[vitamin C]], [[vitamin A]], and [[potassium]]. They are also a good source of [[dietary fiber]] and contain [[antioxidants]] such as [[lycopene]], which is beneficial for [[heart health]].
-== See Also ==
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Tomato]]
 * [[Tomato sauce]]
-* [[Tomato soup]]
+* [[Canning]]
-* [[Tomato paste]]
+* [[Soup]]
 [[Category:Tomato dishes]]
-[[Category:Cooking techniques]]
+[[Category:Vegetable dishes]]
-[[Category:Food preparation]]
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