Sun-dried tomatoes
pomodori secchi
- Flavor and role
- Dried tomatoes with concentrated sweetness and umami. Oil-packed ones are used as is; dry ones are rehydrated first.
- Typical dishes and uses
- Creamy Tuscan chicken, pasta, salads, focaccia, pesto rosso.
- Substitutes
- 1 tbsp tomato paste = 2-3 pieces sun-dried tomato (in flavor terms). Semi-dried cherry tomatoes also work well.
- Storage
- Dry ones keep 6 months to 1 year sealed at room temperature. Oil-packed ones, once opened, keep 2 weeks to 1 month refrigerated, submerged in oil.
- Main countries
- Italy · Türkiye
Updated 2026-10-10