Sorriso® Marinated Mediterranean Sun Dried Tomato Bites

 

Sun-dried tomatoes are one of those rare ingredients that solve multiple procurement requirements at once: they deliver intense umami depth, are shelf-stable, require no prior rehydration or prep time, and perform consistently across both ambient-filled products and fresh-assembled dishes. They also offer a reliable year-round solution, capturing the flavour of peak-season tomatoes at any time of year.

Our diced variant was developed specifically in response to demand from production and development teams seeking a ready-to-use format with a consistent piece size. They integrate seamlessly into sauces, stuffing, doughs, and protein marinades—without the waste and prep overhead associated with sliced or whole formats.

This edition explores the specification, highlights the applications gaining the most traction, and outlines a range of recipe directions worth exploring with your NPD team.

— The L'AQUILA Ingredients Team

What makes the key products?

• 90% tomato content
• 10x10mm ready to scale dice size
• Intense Mediterranean flavour
• 36 months ambient shelf life
• Simple ingredients
• Convenient 1.85kg pouch

 

SANDWICHES / PANINI / TOASTS

Egg Mayo SDT Bites

Blend SDT bites with egg mayonnaise for a ready breakfast filling or to elevate a classic egg mayo — add some smoked paprika for extra depth of flavour.

 

BAKERY & DOUGH

Focaccia & Flatbread Toppers

Fold diced SDT bites directly into focaccia dough or press into the surface pre-bake. Pairing with basil pesto creates a classic bakery visual appeal.

 

PIZZA & PASTA

Premium Pizza Sauce Base; Premium Pasta Sauce

Blend SDT bites into passata for a deeper flavour profile vs. tomato paste alone. Reduces need for added sugar to achieve Brix targets in sauce.

 

CHILLED READY MEALS

Chicken Orzo Bake

Stir the SDT bites into orzo alongside chicken stock, saffron, peppers, and parmesan for a high-margin bistro-format ready meal. Diced format distributes evenly without overcooking in the thermal step.

 

CHARCUTERIE & CURED PRODUCTS

Sun-Dried Tomato & Herb Stuffed Chicken

SDT bites mixed with ricotta, basil pesto, and pine nuts as a stuffing for bone-in or butterflied chicken formats. Low moisture content prevents sogginess during extended shelf life.

 

SNACKING & SAVOURY

SDT Hummus & Dip Range

Swirl SDT bites through premium houmous for a visual marbled effect and flavour burst. Works in ambient-filled formats as well as chilled. Appeals to Mediterranean and plant-based positioning.

 

FOODSERVICE & DELICOUNTER

Whipped Feta Toast Station

SDT bites offer a garnish-ready topping for whipped feta or burrata toast. No prep, no drip - ideal for high-volume brunch and café service environments.

 

 

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