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Tomato is a fruit, although it is usually used as a vegetable in salads and hot dishes.

It is rich in vitamin C, A, K, potassium and lycopene, which is a potent antioxidant and still has diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties and in addition to many other health benefits, it can prevent the development of diseases such as prostate cancer, myocardial infarction and osteoporosis.

In addition, tomato is a widely used ingredient for weight loss, since it is low in calories and rich in fiber, which helps to increase the feeling of satiety and reduce hunger.

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To enjoy the benefits of tomatoes, it is recommended to consume about 3 to 4 tomatoes per day, which can provide 8 to 21 mg of lycopene per day.

The amount of lycopene varies depending on the degree of ripeness of the tomato and the way it is consumed, so that raw tomatoes can have around 30 mg/kg of lycopene, while heated tomato juice can have around 150 mg of lycopene per liter of juice.

Therefore, our recipe today becomes extremely rich in lycopene.

HOMEMADE KETCHUP

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 kg of ripe tomatoes (preferably organic)
  • 1/2 finely chopped onion
  • juice of 1 orange
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 carnation
  • 7 coriander seeds
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • Black pepper (a pinch, if you want it spicy, it's optional)


METHOD OF PREPARATION

Roughly chop the tomatoes, remove some of the seeds and blend in a blender with the liquids (oil, vinegar and orange juice). Then put it in the pan with the golden onion in a thread of olive oil and the remaining ingredients.
Let it cook on low heat for 30 to 45 minutes. Expect to cool down and, if you prefer, pass through the sieve. If you want more rustic, you don't have to, leave the pieces.
Store in the fridge for up to 15 days

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Written by

thaismassa

Functional chef, physical educator, graduate in sports nutrition.
The perfect triangle of healthy living =)