{"product_id":"maruzella-brand-hot-pepper-sauce-bulk-35oz-jar","title":"Maruzzella Brand Hot Calabrian Pepper Sauce (bulk 35 oz. jar)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Calabrian hot pepper paste is made the traditional way from fresh peppers grown throughout Calabria. The peppers are harvested, seeded, briefly blanched, and puréed, then preserved with a small addition of salt. The purée is jarred and pasteurized for shelf stability—simple, clean, and intensely flavorful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a must-have for anyone chasing authentic \u003cstrong\u003eSoppressata di Calabria\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSalsiccia Calabrese\u003c\/strong\u003e, and many \u003cstrong\u003e’Nduja-inspired\u003c\/strong\u003e recipes. Beyond salumi, it’s fantastic in fresh sausage, pasta, sauces, marinades, and anywhere you want real Calabrian heat with depth—not just “hot.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pastes shine even more when used alongside \u003cstrong\u003eCalabrian pepper powders\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eground dried peppers\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eCalabrian flakes\u003c\/strong\u003e—either layered together or dialed in to your preferred heat level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by the jar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 jar = \u003cstrong\u003e1000 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage guide for Soppressata di Calabria\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePercent addition is based on \u003cstrong\u003emeat weight\u003c\/strong\u003e. One 1000 g jar will season approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1%\u003c\/strong\u003e paste → \u003cstrong\u003e~210 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e of soppressata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2%\u003c\/strong\u003e paste → \u003cstrong\u003e~105 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4%\u003c\/strong\u003e paste → \u003cstrong\u003e~52.5 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn most traditional-style formulas, \u003cstrong\u003e4% is a practical upper limit\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want the aroma and sweetness without pushing the heat, blend \u003cstrong\u003ehot + sweet paste\u003c\/strong\u003e to reach a combined \u003cstrong\u003e4% total\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can also work closer to \u003cstrong\u003e2%\u003c\/strong\u003e for higher yield with excellent flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant texture note when using pepper powders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen pairing this paste with pepper powders, keep powders \u003cstrong\u003ebelow 2%\u003c\/strong\u003e—and ideally around \u003cstrong\u003e1.5% max\u003c\/strong\u003e (hot, sweet, or combined). Above that, the dry particles can interfere with protein bind as the salami dries, which can lead to a \u003cstrong\u003ecrumbly texture\u003c\/strong\u003e and slices that \u003cstrong\u003efall apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best result: let the paste carry the main pepper character, and use powders as a supporting layer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Craft Butchers' Pantry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62477483278707,"sku":"Maruzella 35oz Jar HOT-1","price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/3054\/4499\/files\/HotCalabrianPepperSauce.png?v=1769436736","url":"https:\/\/butcherspantry.com\/products\/maruzella-brand-hot-pepper-sauce-bulk-35oz-jar","provider":"Craft Butchers' Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}