Tomato

The tomato is a plant of the nightshade family that is grown by the importance of its fruit, tomatoes, ranging in color from yellow to red. He is originally from Mexico but today is grown and consumed worldwide, growing easily in Mediterranean climates.


Its flavor is slightly acidic with a touch of sweetness, more remarkable in some varieties, due to the simple sugar content. Although tomato is mainly composed of water, thereby being very low in calories. That itself is rich in B vitamins and vitamin C, minerals (especially potassium and magnesium) and antioxidants. For this, tomatoes are a source of significant health, help the body to purify, are invigorating and help fight infections. Depositphotos_5422240_m

There are many varieties of tomatoes, the main and most consumed are:
Tomato branch, not that it is strictly a variety, is a form of presentation: cluster. Tomatoes are small, bright red and very juicy. Also known by the name of "hanging tomato".
Pear tomato, especially good for conservation
Canary tomato, sweet
Cherry tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, something fruity
Green tomato, especially used in salads
Tomato Montserrat, typically also used in salads
Tomato Raf, bright green and the top almost black color, with deep grooves and a perfect balance in taste, between sweetness and acidity.
cherry tomato on wooden table Tomato Uses
Such a variety of tomatoes have many uses in the kitchen, both raw and cooked: from being part into delicious salads to be an indispensable ingredient in pasta dishes, fish, rice and a host of varied recipes.

Tomatoes firmer and thicker skin are those that are primarily used for sauces, tomato paste and canned.

The juice obtained by crushing the tomatoes get tomato juice, delicious to drink and that is part of some famous cocktails, such as the famous "Bloody Mary". Often marketed with additives such as garlic powder, salt, onion and other spices.

We can also find tomato concentrate and tomato puree, which have been removed the skin and seeds. With tomato pulp is processed tomato sauce, to which is added more or less depending on the type of ingredients and place sauce.

And, for example, in the U.S., Australia, India and Britain, saying ketchup is referring to ketchup. Being the ketchup tomato sauce seasoned with sugar, salt, vinegar and some spices. And unlike our traditional tomato sauce, no oil but a higher amount of sugar.