Peperone Cruscato (synonym of Crusco) is a product

typical Lucanian, it is the result of the cultivation of a well-defined variety

of sweet pepper, small in size, with an elongated shape

and of an intense red colour, particularly suitable for drying

tradition by the air and the sun.

The name of this product comes from its “crunchiness”

unmistakable that these peppers take on when they are

fried in extra virgin olive oil after the drying phase.

Just a few days after the harvest, we begin with the

production of Serte, or the classic long braids of peppers

usually a couple of meters and made with needle and thread.

The berries are then hung to dry, a process that lasts until

until the pepper is completely dehydrated.

Only after that can it be processed for frying (cruscato or crusco)

Ingredients: dried peppers 90%, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, salt.

May contain traces of nuts.

Suggestions for use: It can be used as a side dish, aperitif, with vegetables or to accompany wine or beer.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Average values per 100 g of product
Energy value 435 kcal/1818Kj, Fat 29.4 g of which Saturated 4.4 g, Carbohydrates 37.1 g of which Sugars 24.2, Protein 5.5 g, Salt 2.2 g.