Tomato

Tomato Encyclopedia illustration

Type

Nightshade family Plants

A star-shaped calyx remains at the top of the round fruit. Large and cherry tomatoes are cultivated forms of the same species.

Where it grows

Fruit ripening in the sunlight

It is grown in warm, sunny fields and greenhouses. Stems are often trained along supports.

Taste

Flavor
Acidity, sweetness, and subtle umami
Texture
Juicy and soft
Dishes
Salad, Sauce, Soup

Country and language

Ingredient rarity varies by country.

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Initial editorial grades for local ingredient access. Availability varies by region, season and seller.