This family-size jar contains Marmarabirlik's 4XL green olives, at 141 to 160 olives per kilogram, filled with red pepper. The pack describes them as processed green olives in brine stuffed with red pepper and bears a halal mark. The front label shows a single weight figure, 850 g, and does not give a separate drained weight.
The large size and the pepper filling make these olives a showpiece. Arrange them on a meze board with white cheese, pastırma and fresh herbs, add them to antipasti-style platters, or slice them over homemade pizza, salads and open sandwiches. Their mild sweetness from the pepper balances salty cheeses, and they are a practical choice for gatherings, since the jar is big enough to share.
Store the unopened jar in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep the olives covered in brine, close the lid tightly and refrigerate. Scoop them out with a clean spoon to keep the brine in good condition.