Storage
Store tomatoes in a cool place. Do not store tomatoes in the fridge, as this disrupts the ripening process. They will keep for about 1 week.

Another reason not to keep them in the fridge, as they will lose their flavour.

Tomatoes that have been blanched for about 1 minute can be kept in a well-sealed plastic container in the freezer for up to 12 months, at a minimum of -18°C. But fresh they are best!

How do I know if tomatoes are no longer good? The tomatoes are mouldy, have a sour smell or are limp. You can quickly recognise this decay by looking, smelling or tasting.

Preparing
Wash the tomato. You can eat it on the spot. Slices on a wholemeal sandwich or in a salad are also delicious.

Do you want to remove the skin? Cross the bottom of the tomato with a knife and immerse it briefly in boiling water and then immediately in cold water. Then you can remove the skin in no time!

For a dish with diced tomatoes, cut the tomato and remove the seeds and juice.

Storage times

Cool place: 1 week
Deep-freeze: 12 months

Preparation times

• Cooking: approx. 10 minutes
• Stir-frying: 2 - 4 minutes
• Microwave oven: 4 - 8 minutes
• Grilling: 3 - 5 minutes
• Braising: 15 - 20 minutes

Cleaning the tomatoes

See preparing.