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Mediterranean style pickled hot peppers in Mare Nostrum retail glass jar
Mediterranean style pickled hot peppers in Mare Nostrum retail glass jar

Pickled Hot Peppers

Mare Nostrum Pickled Hot Peppers reflect Mediterranean table culture, offering controlled heat and balance for everyday meals rather than extreme or industrially amplified spiciness.

Pickled Hot Peppers (Mediterranean Style)

A Table Accent of Heat and Balance by Mare Nostrum

Pickled Hot Peppers by Mare Nostrum are preserved using traditional Mediterranean brining methods, offering controlled heat, crisp texture, and a lively presence at the everyday table.

Product Identity

Product Type: Pickled / Brined Product

Processing: Uncooked · Pasteurized

Origin: Mediterranean Region

Culinary Context: Mediterranean Table Culture

Positioning: Retail-Ready Packaging · Not Bulk

Mediterranean Context

In Mediterranean cuisine, heat is not meant to dominate.

Hot peppers are used to create contrast. A small bite of heat wakes the palate, balances rich dishes, and brings energy to simple meals. For this reason, pickled hot peppers are commonly placed at the table rather than inside the recipe.

Preserving peppers in brine allows households to enjoy this controlled intensity throughout the year without relying on heavy sauces or artificial flavorings.

The Character of Mediterranean Hot Peppers

Selected for Balance

Peppers are chosen not for extreme spiciness, but for a clean, manageable heat level suitable for daily consumption.

Crisp and Vibrant

The brining process maintains firmness and color, ensuring a fresh bite rather than softness.

Traditional Pickling Approach

Balanced Acidity and Salt

Mare Nostrum applies a Mediterranean-style pickling method that preserves crunch while keeping acidity and heat in harmony.

Pasteurized for Stability

Pasteurization ensures shelf stability and food safety while maintaining traditional flavor character.

Technical Product Information

• Uncooked hot peppers

• Pickled in brine

• Pasteurized

• No preservatives

• No artificial additives

Ready to serve after draining.

How to Use

  1. Remove peppers from the jar

  2. Optional: rinse briefly to soften acidity

  3. Serve whole or sliced

  4. Consume directly at the table or alongside meals

No cooking required.

Culinary Applications

• Meze and table plates

• Grilled meat and vegetable accompaniments

• Sandwiches and flatbreads

• Everyday Mediterranean meals

Used as a table accent rather than a main ingredient.

Packaging & Net Weight

Mare Nostrum Pickled Hot Peppers are offered exclusively in retail-ready packaging.

• Glass Jar – 330 g net

• Glass Jar – 650 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 peppers submerged in brine. Consume within 14 days.

Why Mare Nostrum

Mare Nostrum treats heat as a cultural element, not a shock factor.

Pickled hot peppers are preserved to add rhythm and contrast to everyday meals, staying true to Mediterranean table habits rather than industrial intensity.

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