Tomato Passata

A smooth, velvety puree made from ripe, sun-kissed tomatoes, capturing their essence in every drop. It’s a kitchen staple that brings vibrant color and a sweet, tangy flavor to dishes.

Notes

Look for passata with no added salt or preservatives for the purest tomato taste. Store it in a cool, dark place until opened, then refrigerate.

Uses

As a base for soups and sauces
In pasta dishes like lasagna or spaghetti
For pizza sauce

Replacements

Fresh tomato puree
Crushed tomatoes

Pomegranate

A pomegranate is a unique fruit known for its vibrant red exterior and juicy, ruby-red arils nestled within a tough, leathery skin. Originating from the region between Iran and northern India, pomegranates have been cultivated and celebrated for millennia in Mediterranean cuisine and beyond. The flavor of pomegranate arils is a delightful balance of sweet and tangy, with a refreshing tartness that brightens dishes. Each aril offers a satisfying pop and a burst of juice that is both juicy and slightly crunchy. In cooking, pomegranates are valued for their ability to add a jewel-like appearance and a zesty, fruity note to both sweet and savory dishes. They can be used fresh, juiced, or reduced into a glaze, and their acidity can balance rich or fatty ingredients.

Green Peppercorns

Green peppercorns are the unripe fruit of the Piper nigrum plant, harvested before they turn red. They have a fresh, slightly tangy, and milder flavor compared to their black counterparts.

Recipes to try

Smoky Paprika Potato and Kale Sheet Pan Hash

Rustic, golden potatoes mingled with vibrant kale, kissed by smoky paprika for a flavor that'll make your taste buds dance.

Sweet Chili Hoisin Pork Lettuce Wraps

Juicy pork bites cloaked in a sticky-sweet, tangy chili hoisin sauce, nestled in crisp lettuce leaves.