🟢 Figaro Green Olives (340 gm Jar)
These olives are harvested before they are fully ripe, giving them their characteristic color, firmer texture, and distinct briny flavor. The Figaro brand generally sources its olives from the Mediterranean region, often Spain.
| Feature | Details |
| Brand | Figaro |
| Variety | Green Olives (Often Pitted or Stuffed with Pimento) |
| Net Weight | 340 grams (Total jar content including liquid) |
| Drained Weight | Approximately $\approx 160 \text{ gm}$ (The weight of the olives without the brine) |
| Origin | Mediterranean (commonly Spain) |
| Key Ingredients | Green olives, Water, Salt, Acidity regulators (like Lactic Acid and Citric Acid), and Antioxidants (like Ascorbic Acid). |
| Flavour | Bold, salty, and tangy with a firm, meaty texture. |
Culinary Use
- Appetizers/Snacks: Perfect served straight from the jar for an antipasto platter or as a simple snack.3
- Cocktails: An essential garnish for classic cocktails like the Martini.
- Salads: Adds a sharp, briny kick to potato salad, pasta salad, or tuna salad.4
- Cooking: Great in stews, chicken dishes, or baked into breads.
