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Tomato Powder
Vegetables and Vegetable ProductsDehydrated and ground tomatoes; a concentrated way to add tomato flavor without added liquid.
2 substitutes
Substitutes
Tomato Paste
1 tsp powder = 1 tbsp paste
Tomato paste is more concentrated in texture than powder but has similar deep flavor. Reduce other liquid in the recipe slightly as paste adds moisture.
✅Best for: sauces, soups, rubs, stews
⚠️Not for: dry seasoning blends, rubs where no moisture is wanted
Sun-Dried Tomatoes
1 tsp powder = 2-3 sun-dried tomato halves (blended)
Grind or blend oil-free sun-dried tomatoes into a powder or paste for similar intense tomato flavor. Provides deep umami with a slight smokiness.
✅Best for: sauces, spreads, pasta, dips
⚠️Not for: quick seasoning without blending