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[ps2id id='anchor1' target=''/]About the Vera pepper strings:

The Vera pepper strings from the Caballo de Oros brand are crafted completely by hand in our traditional Vera paprika factory by the best millers in the north of Extremadura. For the production of the strings, we use a raw material of unparalleled quality, the best peppers from Vera, which are grown in pepper fields with exquisite care. We like to think that with our pepper strings, we are bringing a piece of the beautiful Vera region to our customers, to whom we are always grateful. By purchasing the Vera pepper strings, you will be contributing to the responsible consumption of local and market proximity products, largely avoiding the pollution of our planet (through the CO2 footprint left by land, air, and sea transport).

Two types of Vera pepper string formats (sizes):

At Caballo de Oros, we have two different sizes of Vera pepper strings to better meet the consumption needs of our customers. Specifically, we offer Vera pepper strings in the following sizes (by weight): Vera pepper strings of 180 grams (30 cm): ideal for personal or family consumption as well as for hospitality. Vera pepper strings of 360 grams (45 cm): ideal for hospitality consumption and as a decorative element for restaurants, gourmet shops, and all kinds of events and celebrations.

Uses of Vera pepper strings in the kitchen:

The most common culinary use of Vera peppers is in certain recipes such as: stews, lentils, white beans, soupy rice dishes, potato stews, garlic soup, "migas del pastor" (shepherd's breadcrumbs), Basque-style cod, beef stews, lamb stews, fried lamb with potatoes, etc. Since it is a dehydrated product, it is advisable to moisten it before use in the kitchen, simply by putting the peppers to be used in the recipe in a pot with warm water for an hour.

Vera pepper strings as a decorative element:

Many customers are interested in using Caballo de Oros pepper strings in this way, as beyond the wonderful flavor and aroma they bring to dishes, the peppers in our pepper strings are also a wonderful decorative element for many restaurants, gourmet product shops, and traditional product shops. However, as a curious anecdote, we have received orders for pepper strings as a decorative element for all kinds of events such as weddings and other celebrations, conferences and other informal business meetings, and even as a prop in the series by director Isabel Coixet: "Foodie Lover" produced by HBO (the company that has produced successful series like Game of Thrones or The Walking Dead).

Conservation of Vera pepper strings:

For optimal conservation, pepper strings should be stored in dry, cool, and low-light places. However, being a dehydrated product, it does not require excessive care in terms of conservation.

Gluten-free food:

Caballo de Oros' Vera pepper strings are a gluten-free food and suitable for the consumption of people with celiac disease.

Wholesale trade of Vera pepper strings:

If you are interested in purchasing this product wholesale to sell in your establishment (shop, restaurant, etc.) or for use in certain meat or other industries, do not hesitate to contact us at 927 46 0000, we will be happy to assist you. Pepper strings are products with little weight but quite a volume, so in wholesale purchases, the shipping cost per kilo could be slightly higher than usual.