Dry yet moist

The large tomatoes harvested when fully ripe are used, so the sweetness is almost like that of a real tomato. The slight acidity is refreshing, and the tomatoes are so soft and juicy that you wouldn't believe they were dried.

When dried, the natural sweetness of tomatoes that was hidden in their freshness is brought out. Moreover, because the aroma and acidity are less intense than when they are fresh, the sweetness of the tomatoes that are fully ripe and at their peak can be enjoyed more intensely. Dried tomatoes are so delicious that you won't be able to stop eating them once you've tasted them . Even adding one to a dish will add color to your table.

■ Use large, fully ripe tomatoes
■ The sweetness is just like a fruit tomato.
■ It's so soft and juicy you wouldn't believe it was dried.
■ Once you try it, you won't be able to stop eating it!

How to use dried tomatoes

First, enjoy the sweetness as is, then add it to various dishes such as seasoned rice, red miso soup, and soup pasta. When heated, it becomes melty, so you can also dip it lightly in soup stock and enjoy tomato shabu-shabu.

■ We recommend enjoying the sweetness as is first.
■ Add it to miso soup to bring out the flavor of tomato stock.

Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese : Take advantage of the shape of the tomatoes cut into large pieces and place cheese on top to turn it into a stylish dish that can be used at a home party. Dried tomatoes are delicious as they are, but they are also delicious when combined with cheese. Recipe here

Miso soup with natto and dried tomatoes : The sour broth from the dried tomatoes goes perfectly with miso soup. Regular miso soup is good, but adding natto makes it a nutritious dish. Recipe here

About the tomato used as an ingredient

They use the traditional variety of tomatoes called Momotaro. According to the producer, Mr. Taniguchi, tomatoes that are slightly yellow are the tastiest. They use tomatoes that are in the state that the farmer recommends and dry them luxuriously. They use tomatoes that are sweet with slightly blackened bottoms and tomatoes that are too ripe to ship to the market.

Dried Tomatoes Product Overview

Ingredients: Tomato (Kyoto Prefecture)

Producer: Taniyoshi Farm This popular farm mainly grows melons, watermelons, and tomatoes, and has regular customers.

Contents:

• 20g: Try it first
• 20g x 2 bags: Perfect as a gift for a friend
• Large pack of 80g: For repeat customers
• 200g (simple packaging): For people who cook on a daily basis

Country of Origin: Kyoto, Kyotango

Expiration date: 180 days from date of manufacture

How to eat: It is recommended to use it in cooking, such as by rehydrating or stewing.