DeLallo Diced Pimientos are the tender, red peppers that are known for gracing the inside of briny green olives in salads, dirty martinis and more. A member of the chili pepper family, or capsicum annuum, the pimiento is heart-shaped and red with a delicate fresh and a sweet, aromatic flavor. Chopped for kitchen convenience and ready to accent nearly any dish, our Diced Pimientos are perfect for everything from salads and pizzas to cheesy party dips and roasted vegetables.
- Known as the red pepper stuff in green peppers.
- Mild, sweet and aromatic red pepper.
- Tender texture, delicate flesh.
- Natural way to enhance recipes.
- Versatile pantry staple.
- Diced for kitchen convenience.
- Kosher.
- Non GMO.
- Vegan/vegetarian.
- Gluten free.
Kitchen and Usage Tips:
Pimiento peppers can be used in the same ways sweet red peppers can be used. These diced pimientos are ready to perk up hot cheese dips and spreads for crackers. Add a new layer of flavor to macaroni cheese and creamy baked chicken recipes. Pimiento peppers are a unique feature in aioli spreads for burgers, chicken sandwiches and paninis. Add them to breakfast eggs and potatoes.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are pimiento peppers (pimento peppers)?
Pimento peppers, sometimes spelled pimiento, are red heart-shaped peppers in the chili pepper family (capsicum annuum). They are about 3-4 inches long and are mild, sweet and aromatic in flavor. While they might not seem like a popular pepper, pimiento peppers are the main ingredient in the spice paprika and the tender red pepper often found poking out of your favorite queen green olives. (Think: dirty martini olives.)
Are pimiento peppers just red bell peppers?
No, pimiento peppers are not red bell peppers. They are a member of the chili pepper family (capsicum annuum) with a heart shape and a red hue. Their texture is much more tender and delicate than red bell peppers.
Are pimiento peppers hot (spicy)?
Pimiento peppers are mild and sweet. They register lowest on the Scoville scale for hotness.
What is the difference between pimiento peppers and peppadew peppers?
Pimiento peppers and peppadew peppers are similar, but they are, in fact, two different peppers. Peppadew peppers have a bit more heat and are a little sweeter in flavor than pimiento peppers. Despite these differences, they can be used interchangeably.
What is the difference between pimiento peppers and roasted red peppers?
DeLallo Roasted Red Peppers are red bell peppers that are chargrilled and packed in water. Our Diced Pimiento Peppers are not bell peppers, nor are they roasted. Though they are different peppers, they can be used in similar ways.
What is the difference between pimiento peppers and piquillo peppers?
Pimiento peppers and Piquillo peppers are two different varieties of peppers. Both are mild and sweet with a red hue and can be used in similar recipes and applications. Our Diced Pimiento Peppers are chopped and ready to use in recipes.
What are pimiento peppers (pimento peppers) used for?
Pimiento peppers can be used in many ways. Create hot cheese dips and creamy spreads. Diced pimientos are a great addition to macaroni and cheese recipes and creamy baked chicken dishes. Use it to add some sweet zip to aioli spread for burgers, paninis and chicken sandwiches.
