Tomatoes
Tomatoes are juicy fruits used as a fresh vegetable in salads, sauces, salsas, and cooked dishes. Ripe tomatoes bring acidity, sweetness, moisture, and soft texture.
Identity
What they are
Juicy red produce used fresh or cooked.
Use ripe tomatoes when their flavor needs to stand out. Firmer tomatoes are easier to dice, while very ripe tomatoes give more juice.
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Reference image
Tomatoes reference image.
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Used In Recipes
Forms, States, and Preparations
Handling
Cut to match the dish and control excess juice.
For salads and dips, chop tomatoes evenly and drain extra liquid if it would water down the dressing.