Give diners a splash of sweet and spicy

There are so many new tastes and trends taking the South African dining experience by storm but when it comes down to it nothing goes down quite as well as good old SA ‘kos’.

The story begins in the farming industry in Limpopo where a small, red piquanté pepper was discovered. The classic pickling recipe was created and established there and the pepper has been grown and cultivated in the Limpopo Province ever since. Peppadew has been on South African shelves since the mid-1990s. After presenting itself at a number of international food shows, love for the Peppadew brand quickly exploded onto the international food scene. This brand is famous for introducing the piquanté pepper to the world. However, since finding a growing market for this incredible ingredient the brand has decided to expand its range to now include splash on sauces, relishes, atchaar, pasta sauce and hot sauce.

A PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN INGREDIENT

Peppadew can be incorporated into most international dishes but the sweet and spicy heat of the pepper lends itself best to traditional South African dishes. Some of the best uses for the ingredient are braaibroodjies, bunny chow, chakalaka, South African Indian curry, bobotie, shisa nyama and potjiekos.

The Peppadew piquanté pepper is distinguishable from other peppers by its red vibrant colour, fresh and crunchy texture, and sweet and spicy flavour. The bottled peppers, sauces and pasta sauce also have no added preservatives. The pasta sauce contains fresh vegetables, ripe tomatoes and the signature piquanté peppers. It is convenient not just as an instant pasta meal but also as an addition to stews and roasts.

The new splash-on sauces are a great addition to your condiment range and give diners the chance to add hints of tangy flavours to their meals. With both hot and mild variants, diners can add the right amount of heat for their palate. The hot sauce pairs fantastically well with fresh oysters. Both hot and mild sauces can be added to soups or drizzled over sandwiches and salads. They also add a gourmet touch to fast-food style dishes like pizzas, burgers and fried chicken.

Peppadew’s relish range is more exciting than a regular table sauce. The relishes offer trendy flavours like Mild & Hot Piquanté Pepper, Jalapeño and Ginger and Hamburger. For grilled meats, chicken, shisa nyama, hotdogs or burgers it is a perfect accompaniment. However, it also makes a great meat marinade.

Peppadew is so versatile that the ingredient can be added to even more than just savoury food. The sweetness of the pepper can enhance desserts like chocolate mousse with an exciting hint of spice while the splash on sauces are a great ingredient for cocktails like a Martini or Bloody Mary.

Peppadew – www.peppadew.com