La Fiammante San Marzano Peeled
La Fiammante
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Long San Marzano-type plum tomatoes from Campania, soft and low in acid, a reliable base for a raw Neapolitan sauce.
About the La Fiammante San Marzano Peeled
La Fiammante San Marzano Peeled are long San Marzano-type plum tomatoes from Campania, soft and low in acid, making a sweeter, gentler raw sauce than sharper tomatoes. La Fiammante is a well-regarded Italian brand focused on southern-grown tomatoes.
These sit between an everyday can and a certified DOP: San Marzano-type from the right region, reliably sweet and soft, and a good hand-crush base for Neapolitan sauce. A dependable middle choice for flavor without the top DOP price.
Specifications
Strengths
- San Marzano-type from Campania, sweet and soft
- Low acid for a gentle, balanced sauce
- Good value below certified DOP cans
Watch for
- Labeled San Marzano-type rather than certified DOP
- Soft texture means a looser sauce
- Whole peeled, needs hand-crushing
Common questions
Are La Fiammante tomatoes good for Neapolitan pizza?
Yes. They are soft, low-acid San Marzano-type plum tomatoes from Campania that hand-crush into a sweet, balanced raw sauce, which is exactly what a Neapolitan pizza wants. They offer much of the San Marzano character at a friendlier price than certified DOP cans.
What is the difference between San Marzano-type and DOP?
San Marzano-type means the tomato is that variety or style but not certified to the protected Agro Sarnese-Nocerino origin; DOP means it is certified to that region with a consortium seal. Type cans like La Fiammante are often excellent and cheaper; DOP guarantees the specific origin.
