Capers in Brine
Mare Nostrum Capers in Brine reflect Mediterranean seasoning culture, prepared for everyday home cooking where small ingredients create balance, contrast, and depth rather than industrial uniformity.
Capers in Brine
A Mediterranean Flavor Accent by Mare Nostrum
Capers in Brine by Mare Nostrum are carefully harvested flower buds preserved through traditional Mediterranean brining, valued for their sharp aroma, firm texture, and ability to transform simple dishes.
Product Identity
Product Type: Brined Product
Processing: Uncooked · Pasteurized
Origin: Mediterranean Region
Culinary Context: Mediterranean Daily Cooking
Positioning: Retail-Ready Packaging · Not Bulk
Mediterranean Context
In Mediterranean kitchens, capers are not used in large quantities.They are used with intention.
A small spoonful is enough to balance richness, lift acidity, and add depth to a dish. Capers developed their culinary role in coastal regions where seafood, olive oil, and vegetables formed the backbone of everyday meals.
Preserving capers in brine allowed households to store this intense flavor year-round and use it as a natural seasoning rather than a garnish.
The Character of Mediterranean Capers
Harvested as Flower Buds
Capers are picked before flowering, when their aromatic compounds are most concentrated.
Small Ingredient, Strong Impact
Their sharp, salty, slightly floral profile makes them ideal for enhancing sauces and simple preparations.
Traditional Brining Approach
Controlled Fermentation and Brining
Mare Nostrum capers are preserved in a balanced brine that maintains firmness while allowing the natural aroma to develop.
Pasteurized for Stability
Pasteurization ensures food safety and consistency without compromising traditional character.
Technical Product Information
• Uncooked caper buds
• Preserved in brine
• Pasteurized
• No preservatives
• No artificial additives
Rinsing before use is recommended to adjust salt level.
How to Use
Remove the desired amount from the jar
Rinse briefly under cold water
Chop or use whole depending on recipe
Add towards the end of cooking or directly to finished dishes
A small quantity is sufficient.
Culinary Applications
• Seafood dishes
• Pasta and tomato-based sauces
• Salads and vinaigrettes
• Vegetable and legume dishes
Used as a flavor enhancer rather than a main ingredient.
Packaging & Net Weight
Mare Nostrum Capers in Brine are offered exclusively in retail-ready packaging.
• Glass Jar – 100 g net
• Glass Jar – 200 g net
• Tin Can – 800 g net
Bulk or industrial packaging is not available.
Storage & Shelf Life
Shelf Life (Unopened):
Up to 24 months when stored in a cool, dry place.
After Opening:
Refrigerate after opening. Keep capers submerged in brine. Consume within 14 days.
Why Mare Nostrum
Mare Nostrum treats Mediterranean ingredients as culinary tools, not decorative elements.
Capers are preserved to function as they always have. Sharp, reliable, and purposeful in everyday cooking.