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Capers
capers-brined
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What is Capers

Capers are the brined flower buds of the Capparis spinosa bush. This low growing bush is native to the Mediterranean. Capers are frequently paired with lemon in sauces. The smallest of the buds are the nonpareil from France. The largest are referred to as caper berries and are frequently brined with the stem still attached.

Substitute for Capers

If you don't have or don't like capers you can substitute chopped green olives (leave whole for a martini garnish)
OR Pickled nasturtium seeds
OR to vary the flavor use chopped pickles
Pickles
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Nutrition Information For Capers

Serving Size
1 tbsp, drained
 
Calories
2
Calories from Fat
0
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 255mg
10%
Potassium
3g
0%
Total Carbohydrate 0g
0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
0%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Capers Recipes

  • Elegant Tuna Salad
    Note From The Author: "I used the word "elegant" in the title of today's recipe to distinguish it from the sticky pasty stuff that is usually spread between two slices of bread.
  • Marinated Porchetta Sandwiches
    Pork is marinated in spices and Dos Equis lager. It's then roasted, pulled and served on a baguette with a lemon-caper mayonnaise.

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