Raw Tomato / தக்காளிகாய் – 1Kg

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  • Texture: Firm and slightly crunchy texture, releasing refreshing juice with a crisp bite.
  • Flavor Profile: Mildly tangy and slightly acidic taste with a subtle hint of sweetness.
  • Nutritional Value: Low in calories; rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, potassium, and antioxidants like lycopene; contains dietary fiber.
  • Culinary Uses: Commonly used in cooking to add crisp texture and tanginess to dishes; sliced for salads, sandwiches, wraps, and appetizers.
  • Harvesting: Picked before full ripening to maintain firmness; handled carefully to prevent bruising.
  • Ripening Process: Can be ripened at home by placing in a paper bag with a ripe banana or apple to accelerate the process.
  • Storage: Kept at room temperature away from direct sunlight; avoid refrigeration to maintain texture and flavor.
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    Fresh raw tomatoes in kaaikani form present the fruit’s unripe, firm, and slightly crunchy slices meticulously arranged neatly in a dish or container. Each slice showcases a vibrant green or pale yellow hue, indicating its unripened state.In this form, the texture of raw tomato slices remains firm and slightly crunchy, with a crisp bite that releases a burst of refreshing juice. The skin provides a slight resistance, while the flesh offers a crisp and juicy consistency.

    Ripening Process

    If desired, raw tomatoes can be ripened at home by placing them in a paper bag with a ripe banana or apple. The ethylene gas released by the fruits helps accelerate the ripening process.

    Nutritional Value

    Raw tomatoes are low in calories and rich in essential nutrients such as Vitamin C, Vitamin A, potassium, and antioxidants like lycopene. They also contain dietary fiber, which is beneficial for digestion.

    Storage

    Raw tomatoes should be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight. Avoid refrigerating them, as this can affect their texture and flavor.

    Texture

    Raw tomatoes have a firm and slightly crunchy texture, with a crisp bite that releases refreshing juice. The skin provides a slight resistance, while the flesh remains firm and juicy.

    Flavor

    The flavor of raw tomatoes is mildly tangy and slightly acidic, with a subtle hint of sweetness. While less pronounced than ripe tomatoes, they still offer a refreshing and palate-cleansing taste.