Characteristics and uses of Sicilian preserves
As the name suggests, preserves are foods made to be stored for a long time while maintaining their organoleptic qualities, thanks to thermal treatments capable of destroying any infectious microorganisms.
As a result, these foods remain intact and in perfect condition for aroma and taste, always ready to be appreciated even by the most demanding palates.
Whether it's vegetables, fish, or fruit jams, Sicilian preserves stand out for the exceptional quality of the raw materials with which the island is particularly rich.
Packaged in glass jars that are perfectly sterilized at high temperatures, after opening they must be kept cool and consumed within 4-5 days.
The raw materials produced in Sicily, which are top-quality fruits and vegetables, are grown in open fields and harvested at the right point of ripeness to enhance their intense organoleptic properties.
The fish, for which Sicily is famous worldwide, is caught daily and immediately processed.
In the island's production landscape, the Taudi company has earned recognition from a wide range of gourmets who have always appreciated artisanal gastronomic traditions.
Exclusively manual processing indeed presupposes careful selection in all production phases, from the harvesting of products to the final packaging of preserves.
Such foods do not contain preservatives or colorants, but only natural ingredients like sugar, salt, extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, and spices.
Particularly short supply chains and the use of the classic glass jar are the main strengths of this company, which has established itself on the market for years thanks to its excellent quality standards.
The use of glass, a perfect material in every respect, is an ancient technique that found its greatest application in the South.
Once closed, a jar of this type does not allow air to enter or exit, ensuring that the foods remain delicious for years.
What are Taudi artisanal preserves
Taudi's artisanal preserves are true indulgences that are really hard to resist as aroma and flavor are exponentially enhanced.
Vegetable preserves
Among vegetable preserves, the one with chanterelle mushrooms in oil is made with mushrooms collected directly from the Sicilian mountains during their peak growth period, carefully respecting their seasonality.
Perfect for appetizers, main courses, and as a refined side dish, this preserve can be enjoyed all year round by taking advantage of a preservation process that enhances its aroma and flavor.
The only ingredients, besides the vegetable raw material, are sunflower seed oil, vinegar, salt, oregano, and onion.
Fish preserves
As is well known, fish is one of the healthiest foods for the body, thanks to the balanced concentrations of proteins and unsaturated fatty acids of omega 3 and omega 6 types.
Necessary for the well-being of body and mind, fish, which must always be very fresh and rich in all its active ingredients, is not always available on the table.
To overcome this limitation, it is possible to choose Taudi fish preserves, produced with highly selected catch and hand-processed immediately after fishing.
Among the best artisanal Taudi fish preserves are:
• anchovies in oil;
• anchovy and shrimp colature;
• anchovies for bruschetta;
• tuna in oil;
• sauces for first courses.
These products are made with methods respectful of island tradition, capable of optimizing the unmistakable taste of the fish from these seas.
Ideal for sandwiches, for dressings, and to accompany various types of main courses, Taudi fish preserves are also perfect for mixed salads or to fill delicious pizzas and savory focaccias.
Fish sauces represent the best option to enrich first courses, which acquire an inimitable flavor precisely thanks to the gustatory intensity of Taudi condiments ready to use.
Fish ragout, squid ink sauce, swordfish roe, carango seasoning are some proposals that allow you to savor the scent of the Sicilian sea.
Considered a gastronomic delicacy, Taudi red tuna in oil is prepared with selected fish fillets immersed in extra virgin olive oil and without any preservatives.
Even Taudi tuna in oil, which uses only fish caught during periods allowed by law, is made with first-choice catch and with extra virgin Sicilian olive oil.
The swordfish roe sauce encapsulates in a perfect blend of flavors all the freshness of freshly caught fish products, to be used for various preparations.
The squid ink sauce is an artisanal preparation that is made entirely by hand, from the first to the last phase of packaging.
Chef Calogero Pintaudi has developed refined recipes with this condiment, which pairs perfectly with black goat ricotta ravioli, tomato velouté, amberjack tartare, and Sicilian arancini.
The anchovy colature is a sauce based on anchovies designed to pair with any first course, alternating with the equally tasty shrimp colature.
The carango fish sauce, a coastal pelagic specimen similar to amberjack, is characterized by a slightly spicy flavor that recalls some legumes and pairs excellently with egg pasta.
The anchovy sauce, which has a strong but well-balanced taste, uses exclusively hand-selected Sicilian Mediterranean catch combined with wild fennel, tomato pulp, sultanas, chili pepper, and saffron.
Where to buy Taudi Sicilian preserves
All the preserves of this company encapsulate a perfect knowledge of raw materials, the passion, and professionalism of over 40 years of experience.
Having one of the Taudi preserves in your pantry allows you to prepare delicious recipes in just a few minutes that stand out for the authenticity of Sicilian gastronomic tradition.
The gastronomic products of the Taudi company can be purchased at the headquarters in Capri Leone (Messina) on via Provinciale 113, or online, by accessing the portal where it is possible to view all the available artisanal preparations and their characteristics.
The goods are delivered to your home within 3-5 days from the order.
