Chili peppers from Salento
This product is handmade with care and love starting from the ripest spicy cornetti peppers and subsequently jarred in extra virgin olive oil. A unique condiment to give liveliness to any dish.
Mara paté is one of the oldest, most sought after and renowned specialties of Salento. It is a preserve prepared with tomatoes, peppers, onions, basil, which are processed and boiled for a long time, then put into jars and placed in the sun. A long and laborious process for a unique product of its kind that is essential not to be lost.
La Conserva Mara is an authentic Puglian product, now truly hard to find. Somewhere between a preserve and a concentrate, it is a genuine "elixir" of Puglia. Dense, rich, and flavorful, it is delicious on its own or used creatively in cooking, to flavor sauces or stews, to fill sandwiches or gourmet pizzas. Its taste is remarkable and reminiscent of Puglia's warm sun, and its color is equally notable. Tasting it is a must. But let's get to know it better.
La Conserva Mara is a culinary excellence that represents the authentic taste and tradition of Salento. This unique product is the result of an ancient recipe passed down through generations, which La Terra di Puglia has preserved for you. The product is the result of a well-balanced blend of spicy chili peppers and local tomatoes. The outcome is an extraordinary concentrate of chili pepper and tomato that is typically never missing in the kitchens of Salento.
The preparation of La Conserva Mara is long and laborious and requires time and patience. The process starts with boiling the chili peppers and tomatoes, which are then carefully transformed into a deliciously intense red puree. But this is just the beginning.
In a second phase, the puree is sun-dried. Even today, the people of Salento place it on sunny terraces to promote a quick and natural drying. Finally, the conserva Mara is mixed with extra virgin olive oil, little by little, in a process that takes at least seven days of patient waiting. Only when La Conserva Mara reaches its point of perfection is it packaged in our special glass jars, ready to delight your palate. This authentic culinary treasure is a must in Salento's cuisine. You can spread it on a fragrant slice of warm bread, add it to pasta to give it a touch of spiciness and flavor, or use it as a secret ingredient to enhance your favorite dishes.
Choose La Conserva Mara to experience something unique that encapsulates all the warmth and passion of Salento. Its superior quality and irresistible taste will conquer you from the first bite. The Puglian pepper preserve is just one of the many Salento condiments you can discover. La Conserva Mara is not only a delicacy but a true sensory experience that evokes the aromas and flavors of our land. This bitter preserve is perfect for those seeking authenticity and tradition in every bite.
Voluptuous, velvety and irresistible, this turnip green cream is the treat your palate, which loves Apulian flavours, was missing. Try it on its own or use it as a condiment for pasta: just heat it slightly and add a spoonful of the pasta cooking water to bring all the authenticity of the truest Puglia to the table.
A rich and creamy pate of Celline olives, perfect for a tasty snack between meals, for a friselline-based party or as a base for a gourmet sandwich instead of the more classic mayonnaise. Good and healthy, it is prepared from the best Apulian Celline olives with the addition of a tear of extra virgin olive oil, also the superlative fruit of our land.
From the marriage of love between the best Apulian red onions and the excellent Negroamaro wine, an excellent product that naturally speaks Apulian. Two extraordinary Apulian flavors ready to give the palate a moment of real pleasure. Our red onions originate from Puglia, a region renowned for its rich agricultural heritage. Harvested and processed fresh, these onions maintain their exceptional quality and flavor, ensuring that each product delivers a genuine taste of the Puglian tradition.
LaTerradiPuglia courgette cream soup is an excellent, delicate, light and fragrant product. Very sweet and small, these are the courgettes that Apulian farmers send us every year to give life to this irresistible cream that smells of Puglia like never before. A drop of lemon does the rest, giving the right counterpoint to a symphony of flavors that will not leave any of your guests indifferent.
The dressing made from whole olives and chillies is the perfect product for those who can't do without a drop of good 'spicy' on practically any dish. Its flavour is intense and rounded, aromatic and at the same time fresh. The combination of olives and fresh chillies creates a really pleasant condiment with a red pepper aroma and just the right amount of spiciness.
The eggplant cream is an artisanal product rich in flavor, made with fresh eggplants and extra virgin olive oil from our own production. The ingredients, including wine vinegar, mint, oregano, garlic, salt, sugar, and lemon juice, blend perfectly to create a cream with a unique taste. Versatile in the kitchen, it is ideal for appetizers, condiments, and main dishes, offering an authentic and unforgettable culinary experience.
Leccine olives are a true gem of the Puglian tradition. With their unique aromas and the addition of myrtle leaves, they offer an unparalleled taste experience. These leccino olives are perfect for salads, cheese platters, or as a standalone delight. Thanks to the online sale of olives, you can enjoy this delicacy anytime, anywhere. Try the leccine olives and bring a piece of Puglia into your kitchen.
Seasoning made from whole olives and oranges is much more than just a flavoured oil. It is a product that really has no equal: fresh, intense, tasty and vibrant, it brings to the table all the essence of what mother nature has to offer. Citrus fruit lovers will not be able to resist it. At the base of the dressing are only olives and ripe, pulpy and fragrant oranges, as well as being rich in valuable nutrients. Zero chemicals, zero artificial flavours, but all the pulp of olives and oranges, in a true elixir of flavour, energy and well-being, drop by drop.
The "sponza frise" or in Italian the "bagna frise", is a bowl with a "platform" that covers half the upper part, useful for placing the frize after having wet them. The holes present allow the water to flow out and then season it. The diameter is approximately 22cm.
“Lampascioni” wild onions in oil are slightly bitter small onions, typical of Salento. After being boiled in water and vinegar, they are preserved in extra virgin olive oil with aromatic herbs and chili pepper. This traditional preparation enhances their unique flavor, making them perfect for enjoying on bruschetta, with Salento frisa, or as a side to boiled meats. Also known as pampasciuni, they are valued for their purifying and diuretic properties.
Voluptuous, velvety and irresistible, this turnip green cream is the treat your palate, which loves Apulian flavours, was missing. Try it on its own or use it as a condiment for pasta: just heat it slightly and add a spoonful of the pasta cooking water to bring all the authenticity of the truest Puglia to the table.
The spicy chili cream from Salento is an extraordinary condiment. Made with fresh chilies, olive oil, and vinegar, this spicy cream is ideal for enriching pasta, meats, fish, and much more. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, it not only enhances the flavor of your dishes but also offers numerous health benefits. Properly stored, it maintains its intense flavor and beneficial properties. Try the chili cream for a true explosion of flavors!