Macarico Black Pitted Olives 165g

Maçarico Pitted Black Olives (165g) are ripe, seedless olives known for their milder, more "rounded" flavour compared to their green counterparts. Produced in Portugal, these olives undergo a natural oxidation process to achieve their deep, dark color and tender texture

Product Overview

• Net Drained Weight: 165g

• Origin: Portugal

• Type: Black Ripe Olives, Pitted (Seedless)

• Texture: Tender, smooth, and slightly softer than green olives.

• Flavour Profile: Mellow, earthy, and subtle with low acidity.

Key Features

• Smooth & Subtle: Because they are less bitter than green olives, they are excellent for balancing "strong" flavors like garlic, capers, or spicy chili.
• Culinary Versatility: These are the standard "all-rounder" olives for cooking. They are particularly popular for:
• Pizzas & Pastas: They hold their flavor well when heated.
• Baking: Perfect for folding into focaccia or olive breads.
• Mediterranean Salads: Adds a rich color contrast to Greek or garden salads.
• Ready to Use: With the stones already removed, they are convenient for quick meal prep or garnishing.

Nutritional Information (per 100g)

Ingredients & Storage

• Ingredients: Black olives, water, salt, and a color stabilizer (ferrous gluconate) to maintain the rich black hue.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep them refrigerated in their brine and consume within 2 weeksfor the best quality.