{"product_id":"fresh-guindilla-piparra-peppers","title":"Fresh Guindilla (Piparra) Pepper","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto;\" class=\"page-width rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFresh Guindilla (Piparra) Peppers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5 lb or 3 lb Case\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003ePeak Summer Availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Guindilla peppers—known as \u003cstrong\u003ePiparras\u003c\/strong\u003e in Spain's Basque Country—are harvested fresh while young, slender, and vibrant green. Unlike the familiar pickled peppers sold in jars, these are offered fresh, with a crisp texture, bright pepper flavor, and mild, pleasant heat that makes them exceptionally versatile in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA staple of Basque and northern Spanish cooking, fresh Guindillas can be blistered in olive oil, grilled, sautéed, or preserved at home. Their thin walls and delicate heat make them one of Spain's most distinctive summer peppers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is fresh for cooking and eating. We do not sell seeds or plants. These peppers are sold fresh—not pickled.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Are Guindilla (Piparra) Peppers?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuindillas are traditional Spanish heirloom peppers most closely associated with the Basque Country, Navarra, and La Rioja. In the Basque language they are commonly called \u003cstrong\u003ePiparras\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they have been cultivated for generations as both a fresh summer pepper and a classic pickling pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe peppers are harvested while still green, when their flesh is crisp and tender and their heat remains pleasantly mild. Although many people know them only from jars, they have long been enjoyed fresh throughout northern Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do Fresh Guindillas Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Guindillas have a clean, grassy pepper flavor with a gentle, lingering heat that complements rather than overwhelms a dish. Their thin skins cook quickly while maintaining a pleasant bite, making them ideal for simple preparations that showcase their fresh flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Traditional Pepper for a Gilda\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuindillas—especially the Basque Piparra—are best known as one of the three classic ingredients in the \u003cstrong\u003eGilda\u003c\/strong\u003e, the iconic pintxo of San Sebastián. A traditional Gilda combines a pickled Piparra, a green olive, and a salt-cured anchovy on a skewer. Named after the 1946 Rita Hayworth film, it has become one of Spain's most famous tapas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with fresh peppers allows you to enjoy them at their peak or pickle them yourself using your preferred vinegar, herbs, and seasonings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Fresh Guindilla Peppers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlistered in olive oil and finished with flaky sea salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled alongside steaks, lamb, seafood, or vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSautéed with garlic and olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared as homemade pickled Piparras or Guindillas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdded to tapas, pintxos, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSliced into omelets, rice dishes, pasta, or salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServed whole as a simple accompaniment to cured meats and cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the simplest Spanish preparations is to blister fresh Guindillas in good olive oil, sprinkle them with coarse sea salt, and serve them with grilled bread, seafood, or roasted meats. They are equally delicious preserved for later use in Gildas and other tapas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Pickled Guindillas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking your own pickled Guindillas is easy and lets you enjoy these traditional Basque peppers long after the season ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb fresh Guindilla (Piparra) peppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cups white wine vinegar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 cup water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons kosher salt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon sugar (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2–3 cloves garlic (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring the vinegar, water, salt, and sugar to a boil until the salt dissolves. Pack the whole peppers into sterilized jars, adding the garlic if desired. Pour the hot brine over the peppers until completely submerged, seal, and refrigerate. They begin developing flavor after about one week and continue improving over the following several weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce pickled, skewer a Piparra with a green olive and a quality anchovy to make an authentic \u003cstrong\u003eGilda\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the signature bites of Basque cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Guindilla peppers are available only during the summer growing season. They are harvested while still green and tender for the finest flavor and texture. Availability is limited and varies with field conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship all produce via \u003cstrong\u003eovernight delivery nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eAt checkout, please select your \u003cstrong\u003epreferred delivery date\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Deadlines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Order by \u003cstrong\u003eFriday at 12 PM EST\u003c\/strong\u003e → \u003cstrong\u003eTuesday delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Order by \u003cstrong\u003eMonday at 12 PM EST\u003c\/strong\u003e → \u003cstrong\u003eThursday delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf a delivery date falls on a holiday, your box will arrive on the next available business day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"1.5lb case","offer_id":52219242086701,"sku":"Produce","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3lb case","offer_id":52219242119469,"sku":"PR-CARO10","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/IMG_2622.jpg?v=1783967029","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/fresh-guindilla-piparra-peppers","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}