Matiz Sofrito – Traditional Valenciano Paella Base, Family Recipe, 12.3 oz

Matiz Sofrito brings a traditional Valenciano touch to your kitchen. This handmade base is built from tomatoes slow roasted in olive oil for hours, creating a deep, mellow sweetness that complements the sharp bite of onion and garlic. The result is a versatile foundation for paella and other dishes that rely on a rich, aromatic soffritto.

Why this matters for your paella

Key ingredient for authentic paella: add to your paella pan just before adding rice and other ingredients to layer flavor without overpowering the dish. The slow roasted tomatoes contribute color, body, and a natural sweetness that pairs with saffron and stock. Expect a glossy, inviting sauce that helps the rice soak up savoriness as you cook.

In practice, you’ll notice a more balanced base that supports seafood, chicken, or vegetable paellas. The aroma of ripe tomatoes mingles with olive oil, garlic, and onion, inviting you to taste as you cook. It’s designed to pair with your preferred rice-to-broth ratio, giving you flexibility in timing and texture.

What makes Matiz Sofrito special

• Handmade with time: tomatoes slow roasted in olive oil for over three hours, delivering depth and balance that helps you achieve a fuller sauce base.
• Family recipe: crafted from a lineage of cooks and relies on fresh local produce for a bright, homey profile.
• Simple ingredients: tomatoes, cane sugar, olive oil, onion, garlic, and salt keep the flavor transparent and easy to pronounce.

Beyond the pantry staple, the sofrito offers a sensory-rich foundation: the aroma of olive oil, the brightness of tomato, and the savory kiss of onion and garlic. This combination supports a wide range of dishes without requiring extra prep time.

Versatile uses beyond paella

Use Matiz Sofrito as a sauce base for meats, fish, eggs, and pasta, or as a flavorful foundation for bruschetta, soups, or seafood dishes like cioppino. Its aroma and texture adapt to multiple meals without extra steps. For quick weeknight meals, a spoonful can elevate pasta sauces or act as a quick starter for grilled vegetables.

• Soup bases: create a comforting, seasoned starting point for broths.
• Bruschetta and toppings: spread over toasted bread for quick appetizers with depth.
• Seafood foundations: pair with seafood stocks to amplify oceanic notes.

Serving and storage tips

Each jar holds 12.3 ounces of sofrito, designed for pantry-friendly convenience. For best results, warm gently and stir into your pan just as you begin adding rice or other components. After opening, store refrigerated and use within a reasonable timeframe to enjoy the same fresh profile.