Capers

[placebo]

I've been seeing this turn up in recipes more and more lately it seems. I've never really developed a taste for them which is odd because I like almost everything. So I thought I'd see what the SMF community thinks about them. My first time doing a poll so I hope I don't mess it up.

Also if anyone has ever used them in a smoking recipe please post what it was. Thanks!

 

[grampyskids]

No poll came up. I have developed a taste for capers. I like the saltiness they provide in a recipe. I think that a lot of people associate them with sardines in recipes. I don't like the looks of sardines from the can so I use the paste in the tubes. I guess it's an acquired taste.

 

[grampyskids]

Just came up

 

[chef jeff tx]

Capers are an acquired taste for sure. They need to be rinsed thoroughly and minced up in my opinion. I also usually only use about 1/2 - 2/3 the amount called for. When I buy them I dump most of the brine and replace it with water.

 

[herkysprings]

Try rinsing them off first to remove the brine. You still get a great taste but it isnt so salty. Then you can try straight from the jar.

As for recipe? I just make lox, and put that on a bagel with cream cheese and capers. Damn good eating!

 

[triplebq]

Capers have long been a favorite in the Mediterranean region But not in Texas . but I don't like things soaked and dried like pickles either . Capers have been around for many 100s of years and maybe even thousands .

 

[jirodriguez]

I find they are a nice addition to a lot of sauces where you want a little bit of tart and salt, but still want to keep the flavor original. They are a unique flavor that can sometimes liven up an otherwise so, so dish. But definately use in moderation.... little bit goes a long way.

 

[brae]

Ah....capers with lemon, butter, parsley for a piccata dish...Just delicious!

 

[jcurrier]

I LOVE capers, but even better are the larger caper berries. They are like a caper on steriods with a stem. I can sit and eat a whole jar

mmmmmmmm

 

[rbranstner]

I don't mind them but my wife hates them.

 

[moltenone]

love them and use them,mashed or minced or whole,sauces , dressings you name it. i've smoked chicken with them mashed under the skin with other herb's and spices.mashed and put in marinades also.


Mark

 

[meateater]

Yes, i love them. Right up there with calmata olives. You can't make a piccata without them.

 

[chefrob]

fried are good to........li'l cruchysaltybites

 

[jirodriguez]

Oooh... made me think! I'm gonna take some EVOO, capers, fresh sliced lemons, fresh rosmary, fresh garlic, and some Cavendish Greek seasoning - and make a marinade for some chicken leg quarters, then smoke em! That will be some good mediteranian chicken.... *drool*

 

[pitrow]

You forgot the option for "Never had them"

 

[baboy]

I will second the person who suggested frying them, awesome as a garnish over some salmon

 

[placebo]

Lol I knew I'd forget something. But, if your like my kids then never had would fall under can't stand them.

 

[fire it up]

Ugh, guess I'm in the minority on this one cause I hate capers.

 

[ak1]

I love 'em on all kinds of things.