Tomato sauce refers to any of a very large number of sauces made primarily from tomatoes, usually to be served as part of a dish (rather than as a condiment). Tomato sauces are common for meat and vegetables, but they are perhaps best known as sauces for pasta dishes.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sour | Tomato sofrito has a tangy and acidic flavor due to the tomatoes used in the dish. |
Sweet | Depending on the recipe, tomato sofrito may have a slight natural sweetness from the tomatoes or added ingredients like onions or bell peppers. | |
Umami | Tomato sofrito can develop umami notes from the caramelization of the tomatoes and other ingredients during cooking. | |
Texture | Moisture | Tomato sofrito is typically a moist sauce that can be used to flavor dishes or as a base for soups and stews. |
Nutritional Value | Macronutrients | Tomato sofrito can be a good source of carbohydrates, particularly from the tomatoes and any added vegetables. |
Micronutrients | Tomato sofrito may contain micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals from the various vegetables used in the recipe. | |
Color | Natural Pigments | The vibrant red color of tomato sofrito comes from the natural pigments found in tomatoes. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Tomato sofrito has a characteristic aroma from the cooking process, which releases volatile compounds that give it a rich and savory scent. |
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