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DE RICA TOMATO MIX - 220g OR 410g NIGERIAN TOMATO PASTE
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De Rica Tomato Mix is a popular, double-concentrated tomato paste and purée made from 100% sun-rippened tomatoes.
What It Is and Key Features:
- Double-Concentrated: Simmered down to a thick, smooth texture that provides an intense tomato flavour and deep red colour.
- Natural Ingredients: Made with natural tomatoes, salt, and citric acid, containing no artificial colours, flavours, or sweetening agents.
- Packaging: Sold globally in traditional cans, pouches, and single-use sachets.
Common Uses:
- West African Cuisine: Widely used as the foundational base for authentic Nigerian jollof rice, savoury stews, and local soups.
- Global Cooking: Frequently added to pasta sauces, curries, marinades, and soups to build depth and umami richness.
De Rica Tomato Paste/Puree is naturally free from major common allergens like gluten, dairy, nuts, and soy, as its core ingredient is 100% tomatoes (with minimal salt or citric acid depending on the specific formulation).
Allergen Summary:
- Gluten-Free: Yes, safe for coeliacs or those with gluten intolerance.
- Dairy & Egg Free: Yes, contains no milk, lactose, or eggs.
- Nut & Soy Free: Yes, free from peanuts, tree nuts, and soy derivatives.
- Tomato Allergy: Individuals sensitive to the Solanaceae (nightshade) family or who have a specific oral/contact tomato allergy should avoid it, as it consists entirely of concentrated tomatoes.
Dietary Classifications:
- Vegan & Vegetarian: Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
- Halal: Certified halal.