De Rica Tomato Paste – Double Concentrated Tomato Paste, 70 g to 850 g

De Rica tomato paste is a thick, double concentrated tomato paste in a tin, the one many Nigerian and Ghanaian cooks use for jollof rice, red stew and tomato sauces. Fry it in oil with onion and pepper and it turns deep red and sweet.

Key features

• Double concentrated tomato paste (thick, rich color)
• For jollof rice, Nigerian stew, red red and pasta sauce
• 4 tin sizes: 70 g, 210 g, 400 g and 850 g
• Small tins for one pot, big tins for parties and families
• Buy 1, 2, 5 or 10 tins and save

How to use

1. For jollof or stew, heat oil, fry sliced onion for 2 minutes, then add the paste.
2. Fry the paste 5 to 10 minutes on medium heat, stirring, until it darkens and loses its sour taste.
3. Add blended pepper and tomato, stock and seasoning, then simmer.
4. Once opened, move leftover paste to a clean jar, cover and refrigerate.

Details

• Brand: De Rica
• Type: double concentrated tomato paste
• Sizes: 70 g, 210 g, 400 g, 850 g tins
• Ingredients: see the tin

Related guides and products

Make our Nigerian jollof rice recipe or Ghanaian red red with it. Need a shortcut? Try Esther's ready stew. Shop more tomato paste and cooking sauces.

Pick up in Chicago or ship anywhere in the U.S.

Order online for fast U.S. shipping, or pick up at Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, IL 60617.

Frequently asked questions

Why do you fry tomato paste for jollof?

Frying the paste in oil for 5 to 10 minutes takes away the sour, tinny taste and gives jollof its deep red color.

Which size should I buy?

70 g is one small pot. 210 g or 400 g suits a family pot of stew or jollof. 850 g is for parties or cooking in bulk.

What does double concentrated mean?

It is cooked down twice as much as a single concentrate, so it is thicker and you need less of it.

How do I store an opened tin?

Spoon the rest into a clean jar, cover, refrigerate and use within about a week.

Where can I buy De Rica tomato paste near me?

At Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, or online with U.S. shipping.