fossato concentrate. 250ml

We’ve captured everything you (and we) loved about our previously released Fossato seasoning, yet this time around in a concentrate. Think of it as an essence, something you’d add a little of to give a flavourful punch to your own creation. A spoonful in stews, pasta sauces, batters and marinades. We especially love to mix it with mayo. Or be bold and go head on, use it undiluted and douse it like a hotsauce.

Now onto our love for the ingredients and flavour profile. In the province of Catanzaro, nestled in the fig riddled mountains sits the quaint village of Fossato Serralta, with a population of just under 600 and atmosphere today reminiscent of centuries past. This full flavoured seasoning is a homage to our Nonno, Nonna and the flavours they literally and metaphorically brought with them. Featuring the Calabrian Diavolicchio chilli that looks like the Corno (devil horn) luck charm, bay leaves that come from a cutting Nonno brought over from Fossato, this season’s garlic, fennel seeds, sweet and Thai basil seeds (a nod to basil’s origin and further family ties).

This concentrate packs a punch of flavour and heat reminiscent of the salami and sausage our family and Paesan make from scratch.

(Heat: 3/5)

0 = no heat

1 = mild

2 = a lil something

3 = oh that’s a bit hot

4 = damn

5 = fuck

Ingredients: zucchini, naturally fermented white vinegar, red wine vinegar, garlic, diavolicchio chilli, sweet & thai basil, fennel seeds, bay leaves, sweet paprika, pepper, salt & raw sugar.

Storage: stable in a cool, dark pantry. Although if you notice any effervescence it indicates that fermentation has started back up, not a problem - simply store in the fridge. Our 'best before' dates are written underneath the jars.