Pimento Paste
What is Pimento Paste?
Pimento paste is a purée made from pimento peppers, which are small, red, sweet peppers native to the Americas. The peppers are typically roasted or cooked, then blended into a smooth paste, often with added spices or oil.
Is Pimento Paste vegan?
Pimento Paste is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Pimento Paste a major allergen?
Pimento paste is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Pimento Paste used for?
Pimento paste is used to add a mild, sweet pepper flavour and a vibrant red colour to foods.
Is Pimento Paste safe?
Pimento paste is not classified as a food additive in the UK and does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Pimento paste is used to add a mild, sweet pepper flavour and a vibrant red colour to foods. It is commonly found as a stuffing for olives, particularly green olives, and can also be used in sauces, dips, and spreads to enhance their taste and appearance.
Health notes
Pimento paste is not classified as a food additive in the UK and does not have an E-number. It is generally considered safe as a food ingredient. While peppers are a source of vitamins and antioxidants, specific health implications of pimento paste at typical consumption levels have not been extensively studied or highlighted by regulatory bodies like the FSA or EFSA.
Allergen info
Pimento paste is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Pimento Paste
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