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Tomato Essence

Pure tomato flavor in liquid form — this Tomato Essence is light, golden, and packed with garden-fresh taste.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Resting Time5 hours
Total Time5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 0.5 cups (almost ½ cup)
Author: Pam Werley

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ripe cherry or paste tomatoes halved
  • 1 Tablespoons celery finely chopped
  • 1 Tablespoons shallot finely chopped
  • ½ small fennel bulb finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove thinly sliced
  • 1 sprigs thyme chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons basil leaves chopped
  • 1 leaf tarragon
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • ½ tablespoon sugar (optional)
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • 2 drops Tabasco
  • 2 drops Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and let macerate at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • Pulse in a food processor in small batches—just three quick pulses. Return to the bowl and macerate for another 3 hours.
  • Place a fine mesh sieve over a bowl. Line sieve with muslin or cheesecloth. Pour in the tomato mixture, tie the cloth, and let drain for 2–3 hours.
  • Taste, adjust seasoning, and chill. Use within 4–5 days.

Notes

Serving ideas:

Spoon over chilled seafood, swirl into soups, drizzle on salads, or use to finish the Red Thai Coconut Curry Soup for a bright, elegant touch.