What Are Pimentos, And How Do They Get Inside Olives?

Pimentos, also known as cherry peppers, are small, sweet, and mildly spicy red peppers.

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They have a rich flavor and are commonly used in spreads, cheese, and, of course, stuffed olives.

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Originally, pimentos were hand-stuffed into olives after removing the pit, but modern methods have streamlined the process.

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Today, pimentos are cut into strips or molded into shapes and mechanically inserted into pitted green olives.

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Some manufacturers use a pureed version mixed with gelatin to create an easier-to-insert filling.

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The result? A delicious, slightly sweet balance to the salty brine of green olives, making them a popular choice for cocktails, salads, and snacking.

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What Are Pimentos, And How Do They Get Inside Olives?

Pimentos, also known as cherry peppers, are small, sweet, and mildly spicy red peppers.

What Are Pimentos?

They have a rich flavor and are commonly used in spreads, cheese, and, of course, stuffed olives.

What Are Pimentos?

Originally, pimentos were hand-stuffed into olives after removing the pit, but modern methods have streamlined the process.

How Do Pimentos Get Inside Olives?

Today, pimentos are cut into strips or molded into shapes and mechanically inserted into pitted green olives.

How Do Pimentos Get Inside Olives?

Some manufacturers use a pureed version mixed with gelatin to create an easier-to-insert filling.

How Do Pimentos Get Inside Olives?

The result? A delicious, slightly sweet balance to the salty brine of green olives, making them a popular choice for cocktails, salads, and snacking.

LIKE SHARE SAVE

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