Best way to store tomato paste/puree?
What is the best way to store tomato paste or tomato purée? Just to be clear, I'm talking about this stuff
At home we buy metal cans of the stuff (500g or 1Kg), but once opened, within about 5 to 6 days, mould starts to grow, and within 2 weeks, you have a thick layer of green/blue mould on top.
If you scope that top layer off, the you're back to the good stuff underneath.
What is the best way to store this so that I can avoid this mould growth?
Any help and advice would be greatly appreciated.
Best Answer
We buy large cans at home just like you do. We prevent it from spoiling by freezing it. Stored in the freezer the paste stays good for months, it's just a matter of correct storage.
What we do is the following: spoon a portion into a plastic bag -> twist the bag around several times -> tie off with a tierib (we use the thingies you get in the package with the bags themselves) and then repeat until done.
Every time you want to use the paste, just cut off a portion from the sausage-like string you will have.
Other options include using icecube trays, but we don't prefer that due to the small size of the cubes and the fact that the trays don't have a lid.
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How do you store tomato puree for longer?
It is all about storing the puree properly and it can stay for about 2 months or so, depending on the amount of usage. All you need to do is to put the puree in an air-tight container. You can also put it in ice trays and freeze them. Use the cubes every time you need to rustle up a gravy.How do you store opened canned tomato paste?
To maximize the shelf life of canned or packaged tomato paste after opening, refrigerate in covered glass or plastic container. How long does opened canned tomato paste last in the refrigerator? Tomato paste that has been continuously refrigerated will keep for about 5 to 7 days.How long can you keep tomato puree in the fridge?
Opened tomato paste tubs last in good quality for a pretty long time, typically about 45 days.PantryFridgeTomato paste (unopened)Best by + 6 monthsCanned tomato paste (opened)5 -7 daysTomato paste in a glass jar (opened)7 \u2013 10 daysTomato paste in a tube45 daysMay 17, 2021Should tomato paste be refrigerated after opening?
The paste should be refrigerated after opening either canned, in a glass jar, or in a tube to preserve its flavor and longevity. Transfer the tomato from the can to an airtight portioned container and store it in the fridge for up to 10 days.BEST way to make and store TOMATO PUREE for months!|Poonam's Kitchen
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Answer 2
There is no way to stop it. The storage lifetime of opened tomato paste is 5-7 days (you can check storage lifetime at StillTasty).
You have to buy smaller packages of the paste.
Answer 3
Tomato paste is very concentrated, you often don't need more than a spoon. 500g or 1kg cans are really for commercial purposes where you will go through it quickly. The only way to store it long term is to freeze it, so you could parcel it up in single use bags I suppose.
I'd suggest getting smaller cans you will get through, or buy it in a tube. Tubed paste lasts for months in the fridge.
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