PIMENTO, SUN DRIED
| 5# Bag | $71.88 |
PIMENTO, SUN DRIED
PIMENTO-5
Description:
Pimientos, also spelled Pimento, is a small sweet red pepper that is heart-shaped. Pimientos measure 3 to 4 inches long and about 2 to 3 inches wide. Sweet and succulent, this fruit has a tougher skin than a bell pepper and when used fresh, is usually removed. More aromatic that that of the Red Bell Pepper, Pimientos are the familiar red stuffing found in jars of green olives. Pimiento is used chiefly for color and flavor in salads, meat products, sandwich spreads and vegetable dishes. They can be used just like bell pepper in recipes. Pimientos can be used just like bell pepper in recipes; slivered and added raw to salads, or stuffed and baked as a side dish or main entree. Contains sulfites and potassium sorbet.
Ingredient Statement:
Pepper, Salt, Sulfur Dioxide (for color retention), Potassium Sorbate.
Product Description
Pimientos, also spelled Pimento, is a small sweet red pepper that is heart-shaped. Sweet and succulent, this fruit has a tougher skin than a bell pepper and when used fresh, is usually removed. More aromatic that that of the Red Bell Pepper, Pimientos are the familiar red stuffing found in jars of green olives. Pimiento is used chiefly for color and flavor in salads, meat products, sandwich spreads and vegetable dishes. They can be used just like bell pepper in recipes.
Physical
Color: Bright red.
Flavor: Typical of sweet peppers.
Size: Approximately 2 inches in length, 3 inches in width, pepper shaped.
Chemical
Moisture: Maximum 50% Sulfites: N/A Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Pepper, Salt, Sulfur Dioxide (for color retention), Potassium Sorbate.
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Plastic jars, bag in box or to customer specifications.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
Microbiological
SPC: <500,000 cfu / g
COLIFORM: <2500 cfu / g
YEAST: <5000 cfu / g
MOLD: <5000 cfu / g
Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 1/2 piece (5g) Number of Servings |
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| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 10 | Calories from Fat0 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
| Sodium 190mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Sugars 0g | |
| Protein0 g | |
| Vitamin A | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 7% |
| Calcium | 0% |
| Iron | 1% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | |
Suggested Use:
Fold chopped reconstituted Pimiento into softened cream cheese; add celery and pine nuts and use as a spread for bread. Mix chopped Pimiento into pasta salads, cheese spreads, dips, and sandwich spread. Combine with salad ingredients or mix them with cheese and rice and stuff into tomatoes or baked peppers.
Recommended Preparation Instructions:
Sweet peppers require no preparation Just add to recipe.