What is it?
When you think of pepperoni do you immediately think of the beautiful rolling countryside of Italy? If so you are not alone, but you are wrong. In fact, pepperoni is as American as baseball and apple pie. Pepperoni is actually the Italian word for large bell peppers and no Italian salami exists with that name. Traditionally, this favorite topping is created by combining and mashing pork and beef. The meat is cured and seasoned with peppers, garlic, fennel, or mustard seed and stuffed into a casing where after the process it is sliced. Today, all beef pepperoni remains the most popular choice. Pepperoni can either be sliced thick or thin depending on preference.
Spice Spice Baby!
It is said, if you up the heat factor when it comes to pepperoni it’s more reminiscent of the true forms of spicy salamis that originated from southern Italy. Just like its counterpart, sausage, not all pepperoni is created equal and the taste and spices vary depending on how it’s made.
Toppings that Complement Pepperoni
While you can’t go wrong with plain mozzarella cheese and pepperoni pizza, there are certain toppings you can choose that will accentuate and maybe revolutionize the unique flavors of pepperoni. Try adding vegetables such as peppers or mushrooms to enhance the flavor of your pepperoni, or even simple onions are a great choice. If you enjoy the sweet and savory combination, try adding pineapple with your pepperoni pizza.
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Sources:
http://liguriafoods.com/the-history-of-pepperoni/
