DeLallo Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers are irresistible pickled hot chili peppers that add a burst of bright and tangy heat to salads, sandwiches, pasta, antipasto platters and more. Grown and harvested in Calabria, Italy, these incredible Italian chili peppers are a staple of Southern Italian cuisine and a popular ingredient in restaurants and food magazines. These remarkable chilies are bold and fiery while still boasting a tremendous pepper flavor.

• Grown and harvested in Calabria, Italy.
• Hot chili peppers with just the right amount of heat.
• Irresistible pepper flavor not overpowered by heat.
• Ready-to-serve gourmet antipasto.
• Flavorful addition to a number of kitchen creations.

Kitchen and Usage Tips:

Our Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers add some bright and briny heat to a number of recipes and creations. Top off salads, subs, sandwiches, pizzas and flatbreads. Their heat is a great complement to roasted and grilled seafood dishes. Add these tasty hot chili peppers to breakfast in omelets, frittatas and home fries. Amp up homemade dips, salsas and spreads.

Pro Tip: Don’t forget to save the oil from the jar. Drizzle it over pizza, pasta and crusty breads.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What are whole calabrian chili peppers?

Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers are pickled hot chili peppers packed whole in extra virgin olive oil and vinegar. Grown and harvested in sunny Calabria, Italy, these irresistible peppers are spicy but not so spicy that you can’t taste their natural pepper flavor. These Italian hot chili peppers are bright and tangy with just the right amount of heat, making them an excellent antipasto and an ingredient in so many creations.

Are whole calabrian chili peppers spicy (hot)?

Our Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers are just the right amount of heat. They are spicy but not so hot that you can’t taste their brilliant pepper flavor.

What do whole calabrian chili peppers taste like?

Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers are spicy and tangy with a bright, vinegary bite. The spiciness of the pepper doesn’t overpower its savory pepper flavor.

What is the difference between crushed calabrian peppers and whole calabrian peppers?

DeLallo Chopped Calabrian Peppers, or Crushed Calabrian Peppers, are basically the same as our Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers. The crushed peppers are chopped finely to the consistency of a relish or spread with the addition of dried basil. This variation of the famous hot chili pepper is chopped for convenience and ready to use as a spread or topping for pizza, sandwiches, dips, hot dogs, burgers and more.

What is a substitute for whole calabrian chili peppers?

Finding a good substitute for Whole Calabrian Chili Peppers depends on the usage and what flavors you are hoping to achieve. Fresno peppers, jalapeño peppers (or their smoky variant, chipotle peppers) and habanero peppers are all spicy and flavorful options. If you’re looking for another pickled pepper, Pepperoncini Peppers or Hot Banana Peppers may fit the bill.