Pepperoni

Pepperoni is a type of spicy cured meat that is commonly used as a pizza topping or in sandwiches. It originates from Italy and is typically made from a mixture of pork and beef. The meat is seasoned with various spices, including paprika and chilli powder, giving pepperoni its distinctive flavour.

To make pepperoni, the meat is ground and mixed with the seasonings to create a spicy blend. The mixture is then stuffed into casings and left to cure for a certain period of time. During the curing process, the flavours develop and the meat becomes firmer, resulting in the familiar texture of pepperoni.

Pepperoni is a popular ingredient in various dishes due to its bold and spicy flavour. It is often used on pizzas, in pasta dishes, or as a topping for sandwiches and salads. Its presence on food labels indicates that the product contains this distinctive meat, adding a savoury and slightly fiery taste to the dish.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Pepperoni