7 Ways to Preserve Tomatoes

Pickling tomatoes adds a tangy flavor and helps preserve them for months.

How to Do It:

Wash small tomatoes, such as cherry or grape, and prick them with a fork.
Prepare a brine using vinegar, water, salt, sugar, and spices (e.g., garlic, dill, peppercorns).
Pack the tomatoes into jars, pour the brine over them, and seal the jars.
Process the jars in a hot water bath to create a vacuum seal. Allow them to sit for 2-3 weeks for the flavors to develop.
7. Making Tomato Paste
Tomato paste is a concentrated form of tomatoes and can be used in various dishes.

How to Do It:

Wash, peel, and chop tomatoes.
Simmer the tomatoes for several hours to reduce the water content.
Once thickened, strain the paste to remove seeds and skins.
Pack the paste into containers or freeze it in ice cube trays for easy portioning.
By preserving tomatoes in one of these ways, you can enjoy their fresh, tangy taste long after the harvest season is over! Each method offers a unique flavor and texture, so you can choose the one that best fits your needs.