What is a Tin of Tomatoes? [duplicate]

My recipe calls for a small tin of tomatoes plus another tin of tomatoes. Is a small tin of tomatoes equal to a 14 1/2 oz size can of tomatoes and the tin of tomatoes equal to the 28 oz size can or is the tin of tomatoes equal to a 14 1/2 oz can size and the small tin equal to something along the size of a tomato sauce can?

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Best Answer

If it says "tomatoes", I would think that your first guess is correct. I have not seen or heard "tomatoes" being sold in cans smaller than 14 oz, at least in US. The only tomato products in smaller cans are tomato sauce/paste.

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Are tinned tomatoes the same as chopped?

Diced tomatoes are chopped prior to canning and then processed with calcium chloride and citric acid to help the pieces keep their shape. As a result, they're firmer than either whole or crushed tomatoes, so even though you'd expect the smaller pieces to break down quicker in cooking, the opposite actually happens!

What is a tin of tomatoes?

Canned tomatoes, or tinned tomatoes, are tomatoes, usually peeled, that are sealed into a can after having been processed by heat.

What size is a tin of tomatoes?

From the Wikipedia article on Tin Cans: A standard size tin can is roughly 400g; however, the weight can vary between 385g and 425g, depending on the density of the contents. UK shops selling tins of tomatoes quote 390-400 grams based on what I'm seeing. This is equivalent to 14 oz.

What can I use instead of tin tomatoes?

Canned tomatoes can easily be replaced with passata, storebought pasta sauce or even tomato paste thinned with a little water.

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