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Caper Berries

Capparis spinosa Allergen-Free
Caper Berries

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Capparaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mediterranean, Italian
  • Seasonality Year-Round (preserved)
  • Source Caper bush fruit

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Caper Berries ?

The fruit of the caper bush, larger than caper buds, typically pickled in brine or vinegar, offering a briny, tangy, and slightly floral flavor.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Caper Berries ?

Le/La/L'Caper Berries a un goût briny, salty, tangy, pungent, slightly floral, mildly spicy avec des arômes briny, pungent, acidic.

Taste
Briny, Salty, Tangy, Pungent, Slightly floral, Mildly spicy
Texture
Firm, Crunchy seeds inside, Juicy flesh
Aroma
Briny, Pungent, Acidic
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 15g (3-4 berries)
Calories23 kcal
Total Fat0.8 g
Saturated Fat0.2 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2 g
Total Carbohydrate5 g
Dietary Fiber3 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium40 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium40 mg

Le secret du chef

Before using, rinse caper berries thoroughly to remove excess salt and vinegar, then pat dry to control the dish's seasoning and allow their nuanced flavor to shine.

Substituts & Proportions pour Caper Berries

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Caper Berries est Green Olives (pitted, brined), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Offers similar briny, salty, and tangy notes, good texture match.

Substituts pour Caper Berries avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Green Olives (pitted, brined) Meilleur 1:1 Offers similar briny, salty, and tangy notes, good texture match.
Gherkins (cornichons) 1:1 Provides a similar tart, vinegary crunch, but less briny complexity.
Large Capers (buds) 1.5x volume Closest flavor match, but much smaller and lacks the distinct texture of berries.
Pickled Artichoke Hearts (chopped) 1:1 For a similar tangy, savory, and slightly fibrous addition to salads or antipasti.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Caper Berries

  1. Look for firm, unblemished berries submerged in their brine.
  2. Refrigerate after opening.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Caper Berries ?

  • Seafood
  • pasta
  • salads
  • cured meats
  • cream cheese
  • smoked salmon.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Caper Berries ?

Briny, Salty, Tangy, Pungent, Slightly floral, Mildly spicy Briny, Pungent, Acidic

Quel est un bon substitut pour Caper Berries ?

Le meilleur substitut est Green Olives (pitted, brined) (1:1). Offers similar briny, salty, and tangy notes, good texture match.

Comment choisir et conserver le Caper Berries ?

Look for firm, unblemished berries submerged in their brine. Refrigerate after opening.

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