Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste Recipe

Elevate your cooking with this incredibly flavorful homemade sun-dried tomato paste! Forget expensive store-bought jars – this recipe shows you how to transform a large jar of sun-dried tomatoes into a versatile culinary powerhouse. Perfect for adding depth to spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, or even as a delicious spread on pizza crusts, sandwiches, chicken, and eggs. Plus, it freezes beautifully for future use! Make a big batch and enjoy this vibrant paste all year round.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 1345.2 kcal

Protein 42g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste

Sun Dried Tomatoes Packed In Oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper

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How to Make Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste

Place 1 cup (240ml) sun-dried tomatoes in a medium bowl.
Add 1 cup (240ml) of very hot water to cover the tomatoes.
Let the tomatoes soak for 5-10 minutes to soften, then drain well, reserving the soaking liquid.
In a food processor, combine the drained sun-dried tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Puree until completely smooth, adding a tablespoon or two of the reserved soaking liquid if needed to reach desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage. For freezing: Portion the paste onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze until solid. Then, transfer the frozen dollops to a freezer-safe bag for easy portioning.
Enjoy your homemade sun-dried tomato paste in countless recipes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

Fat

74g

Carbs

32g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste?

Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste?

Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste has approximately 1345.2 calories per serving, with about 42 g protein, 32 g carbohydrates and 169 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste?

The key ingredients for Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Paste are Sun Dried Tomatoes Packed In Oil, Garlic, Olive Oil, Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.