Description Liberty Tomato Paste 3kg Liberty Tomato Paste (3kg) Concentrate the flavor and color of your dishes with the rich, velvety texture of Liberty Tomato Paste. Produced from premium, sun-ripened tomatoes that have been slowly reduced, this paste delivers an intense tomato essence and a deep red hue. It is an essential culinary tool for chefs who need to add a robust, savory “umami” punch and a natural thickness to their sauces and bases without adding excess liquid. The 3kg catering format is a versatile powerhouse for professional kitchens. It provides a significant volume of highly concentrated product that is easily portionable, making it ideal for everything from small-batch signature sauces to large-scale industrial meal production. Key Product Benefits High Concentration: A small amount delivers a massive boost of flavor and color, making it an extremely efficient ingredient for high-volume cooking. Natural Thickening Agent: Perfect for binding sauces and gravies, providing a smooth, consistent body to liquid-based dishes. Rich Umami Depth: The reduction process intensifies the natural sugars and savory notes of the tomato, adding a professional “slow-cooked” depth to recipes. Vibrant Visual Enhancement: Imparts a deep, glossy red color that makes stews, soups, and basted meats look as rich as they taste. Labor-Saving Foundation: Provides an instant flavor base that would otherwise take hours of reduction to achieve using fresh tomatoes. Product Specifications Size: 3kg Format: Concentrated Tomato Paste Texture: Smooth, thick, and spreadable. Flavor Profile: Intense tomato sweetness with a savory, acidic finish. Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian, and Naturally Gluten-Free. Professional Culinary Uses Sauce & Soup Base: Use as the primary building block for Bolognese, Napolitana, or hearty Minestrone soups to ensure a rich, deep flavor. Curries & Casseroles: Sauté with aromatics like garlic and ginger to create a concentrated flavor base for spicy curries or slow-cooked beef stews. Marinades & Bastings: Whisk into oil, herbs, and spices to create thick, flavorful glazes for ribs, chicken, or roasted vegetables. Pizza Sauce Reinforcement: Blend into crushed tomatoes to add body and color, preventing your pizza bases from becoming soggy. Tomato Cocktails: A smooth, concentrated choice for creating house-made Bloody Mary mixes or savory tomato-based appetizers. Storage Store in a cool, dry pantry. Once opened, transfer the paste to a non-metallic, airtight container. To prevent the surface from drying out, a thin layer of vegetable oil can be poured over the top before sealing. Keep refrigerated and use within 7 to 10 days of opening. Liberty Concentrated Tomato Paste 3kg Bulk Tomato Puree Professional Grade Tomato Base High-Yield Sauce Thickener Catering Size Savory Tomato Paste Facebook Back to Shop Collection in Kleinmond 31 Harbour Road or in Fisherhaven by arrangement Die Ou Spens – Kleinmond Micro Wholesalers