In today’s fast-paced world, finding the time to prepare healthy meals for your family can be a challenge.
For many Nigerian households, balancing work, family responsibilities, and personal time often leaves little room for preparing nutritious, home-cooked meals.
Yet, maintaining a healthy diet is essential, particularly for growing children and busy professionals who need the energy to power through their day.
At Tomato Jos, we understand this dilemma, and that’s why we’ve created a solution that helps you serve delicious, nutritious meals without compromising on time or quality: our Tomato Jos paste.
Packed with the natural goodness of freshly ripened tomatoes grown locally in Nigeria, Tomato Jos paste is the perfect addition to your kitchen pantry, making it easier to prepare hearty meals in minutes.
The Importance of a Healthy Diet for Nigerian Families
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an unhealthy diet is one of the leading risk factors for non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke, which are on the rise across Africa, including Nigeria.
Additionally, a report by the Nigerian National Bureau of Statistics shows that malnutrition remains a challenge in the country, with 33% of children under the age of 5 classified as stunted due to a lack of essential nutrients in their diet.
To combat these challenges, it’s important for families to incorporate fresh, locally grown ingredients into their meals.
Tomatoes are a rich source of essential vitamins like Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant that supports heart health and helps prevent certain cancers.
By using tomato paste in your dishes, you can enhance the nutritional value of your meals without compromising on taste or time.
Tomato Jos Paste: The Healthy, Time-Saving Solution
At Tomato Jos, we pride ourselves on producing high-quality tomato paste made from fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes grown by smallholder farmers across northern Nigeria.
Our paste is 100% natural, with no artificial additives, preservatives, or colouring, meaning you get only the pure, rich taste of real tomatoes in every scoop.
Here’s how Tomato Jos paste can make a difference in your cooking routine:
1. Convenience: Instead of spending time chopping and prepping fresh tomatoes, Tomato Jos paste offers you a ready-to-use solution that saves precious minutes in the kitchen. Whether you’re whipping up a quick stew, Jollof rice, or pasta, our paste blends seamlessly into any dish, cutting down on cooking time while enhancing flavour.
2. Nutritious Value: Unlike some other processed foods, our paste retains the natural nutrients of tomatoes, making it a healthy choice for your family. Tomato Jos paste is rich in vitamins and antioxidants that are essential for growth and overall well-being.
3. Versatility: Our paste isn’t just for stews! You can use it in a variety of Nigerian dishes, from Jollof rice, to red stew, to egg sauce, and even as a base for soups. Its rich texture and vibrant flavour mean that every meal feels special, even when you’re short on time.
Quick and Nutritious Recipes for Busy Families
To help you get started, here are two simple, nutritious recipes that can be prepared in under 30 minutes using Tomato Jos paste:
1. Quick Tomato Stew
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of Tomato Jos paste
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked chicken or fish (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pot and sauté the onions and garlic until soft.
- Add the Tomato Jos paste and stir for 2-3 minutes.
- Season with curry, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add a little water and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- If desired, add cooked chicken or fish and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve with rice, yam, or plantains.
2. Vegetable Jollof Rice
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons of Tomato Jos paste
- 2 cups of rice (parboiled)
- 1 large bell pepper, chopped
- 2 medium-sized carrots, diced
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a large pot and sauté the onions until soft.
- Add the Tomato Jos paste and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the rice, bell pepper, carrots, and peas to the pot, along with the curry powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add enough water to cover the rice and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 – 30 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
These meals are not only quick to prepare but also packed with the nutrients your family needs to stay healthy and energized throughout the day.
Preparing healthy meals for your family doesn’t have to be time-consuming or difficult. With Tomato Jos paste, you can easily create flavourful, nutritious dishes in a fraction of the time.
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Start cooking healthier, faster, and tastier today with Tomato Jos paste!
