Ingredient

Cocktail Sauce: Tomato Paste

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add tomato paste to foods like sauces, soups, and processed meats to provide …

What it is

Tomato paste is a concentrated form of tomatoes, made by cooking tomatoes to reduce their water content and then pureeing them. It has a thick, rich texture and a deep, sweet tomato flavor. It is a staple ingredient in many cuisines, used as a base for sauces, soups, and stews.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add tomato paste to foods like sauces, soups, and processed meats to provide a rich tomato flavor, color, and body. It acts as a flavor enhancer and contributes to the overall taste and texture of products such as ketchup, chili, and pasta sauces.

Health notes

Tomato paste is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of nutrients like lycopene, an antioxidant. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated tomato products. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming tomato paste in typical amounts found in food.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Cocktail Sauce: Tomato Paste

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Kingston Marketing Co Cooked Shrimp With Cocktail Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 118kcal 17.6Protein 1.2Fat 8.2Carbs High Liner Foods (USA) Incorporated Cooked Shrimp With Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 80kcal 12.4Protein 0Fat 6.2Carbs High Liner Foods (USA) Incorporated Cooked Shrimp With Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 80kcal 12.4Protein 0Fat 6.2Carbs High Liner Foods (USA) Incorporated Cooked Shrimp With Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving 80kcal 12.4Protein 0Fat 6.2Carbs

Ahold USA, Inc. Large Cooked Shrimp Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 45% DV per serving 106kcal 16.5Protein 1.2Fat 8.2Carbs TAMPA BAY FISHERIES, INC. Shrimp With Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 60% DV per serving 119kcal 22.9Protein 1.8Fat 6.4Carbs The Kroger Co. Kroger, Cocktail Shrimp With Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 55% DV per serving 129kcal 21.2Protein 1.2Fat 9.4Carbs Singleton Packing Corp Cooked Cocktail Shrimp Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 60% DV per serving 119kcal 22.9Protein 1.8Fat 6.4Carbs H & T Seafood, Inc. Certified Harvest, Cooked Shrimp With Cocktail Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving 141kcal 16.5Protein 0.6Fat 0Carbs Kingston Marketing Co Cooked Shrimp With Cocktail Sauce, Cocktail Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in cholesterol — 57% DV per serving 119kcal 25Protein 1.8Fat 0Carbs Great American Seafood Imports Co. Cocktail Shrimp With Sauce Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 80kcal 0.0Protein 0.4Fat 0.0Carbs Safeway, Inc. On-The-Go Shrimp Cocktail & Sauce Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 51% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 54% DV per serving 99kcal 14.6Protein 1.2Fat 5.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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