Barba Stathis - Grated Tomato - 500g

About the product

Barba Stathis Grated Tomato is a base product made from crushed tomatoes combined with a small portion of concentrated tomato juice, with citric acid added to stabilize acidity. The result is a thick, pulpy tomato preparation without added water, closer in texture to a coarse passata than a smooth puree. It is sold in a 500g pack and stored at ambient temperature. Kitchens use it as a starting point for sauces, stews and braises where a concentrated tomato base is needed rather than whole or diced tomatoes.

About the company

Grated and crushed tomato products of this kind are common in Greek food processing, where tomatoes are harvested at peak ripeness during the summer season and processed quickly to preserve color and acidity. The grating method removes the skin while keeping more body and texture than a strained passata, which is why these products are often used as a sauce base rather than a finishing ingredient. Citric acid is added in small, regulated amounts to standardize acidity across batches, a standard practice in tomato processing rather than something specific to any one producer. This style of product is widely used in Greek households and food service kitchens as a pantry staple for everyday cooking.

Instructions

Use directly from the pack as a base for tomato sauces, meat stews, bean dishes and braised vegetables. For a simple sauce, heat the grated tomato with olive oil, garlic and a pinch of salt, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes to reduce and concentrate the flavor. It also works well stirred into soups or used as a cooking liquid for rice and orzo dishes. Once opened, transfer any unused portion to a sealed container and refrigerate, using within a few days.

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Ingredients

Ingredients: Crushed tomatoes (80%), lightly concentrated tomato juice (20%), acidity regulator: citric acid (0.1% maximum).