This Product Includes:
This PACK includes 3 flavors, wrapped with a sleeve Ideal for Sushi. The flavors included are:
- Azores Pineapple Chutney with Spicy Chili (75g)
- Mango Chutney (75g)
- Red Pepper Chutney (75g)
Description
A Christmas Gift with Portuguese Flavors and an Exotic Touch
The PACK 3 Flavors Ideal for Sushi & Fish – Christmas Edition is an original gift that blends Portuguese tradition with oriental inspiration. Designed for those who appreciate surprising flavors and creative gastronomic experiences, this set combines artisanal chutneys produced in Portugal with tropical fruits and spices that enhance the freshness and delicacy of fish and seafood. A unique, colorful, and flavorful gift — perfect for sharing at the table during the holiday season.
Composed of three distinct chutneys, this pack is a journey through the contrasts of flavor: sweet, spicy, and fruity come together in harmony, turning any meal into a memorable moment. Presented in practical and sustainable aluminum tubes, it’s the ideal gift for those who value authenticity, innovation, and world-inspired flavors with a Portuguese signature.
Artisanal Tradition and Innovation at the Table
The meia.dúzia® chutneys are handcrafted in Portugal with local fruit and carefully sourced spices, following traditional methods that preserve authentic flavor. Each batch is slowly cooked in small quantities, ensuring freshness, texture, and aromatic intensity. The result is a versatile collection that enhances a variety of dishes — from sushi and grilled fish to fresh seafood.
The 99.7% recyclable aluminum tubes reflect a balance between sustainability and innovation. This format protects the product from light and air, preserving flavor and quality for longer. It also allows direct and clean application over sushi, fish, or toasts, making each tasting experience simple, elegant, and eco-conscious — perfect for celebrating Christmas in style.
Flavors that Transform Christmas
Each chutney in this pack was carefully created to highlight the freshness of fish and seafood, bringing a tropical and vibrant dimension to the table. These flavors reflect the creativity of Portuguese gastronomy, reinterpreting tradition with a modern and cosmopolitan twist.
Azores Pineapple Chutney with Spicy Chili
Inspired by the tropical aromas of the Azores, this chutney combines the natural sweetness of pineapple with the heat of chili pepper. The balance between sweet and spicy creates a vibrant fusion that awakens the senses and enhances the flavor of fatty fish, seafood, and bold sushi combinations. Ideal for pairing with salmon sashimi, tuna nigiri, grilled scallops, or fresh oysters.
Mango Chutney
With its sweet and lightly citrus profile, this chutney pairs perfectly with white fish, vegetarian sushi, or tuna tartare. The ripe fruit gives a smooth texture and balanced freshness, making it a versatile and elegant accompaniment for summer dishes or festive Christmas meals that celebrate lightness and color.
Red Pepper Chutney
The natural sweetness and subtle smokiness of red pepper make this chutney the ideal partner for grilled fish and intensely flavored seafood. Made with fresh peppers and balanced spices, it adds depth and elegance to traditional pairings, transforming each dish into a gourmet experience. Perfect for eel sushi, sardines, or grilled mackerel.
Pairings and Serving Suggestions
This pack was designed to inspire creative and balanced pairings. Explore the table below to discover how each chutney complements different types of fish, seafood, and sushi — a practical guide to surprise guests during the holidays or to create a themed dinner with Portuguese soul and festive spirit.
| Type of Sushi / Fish / Seafood | Characteristics | meia.dúzia® Flavors |
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| Salmon Sashimi | Fatty fish, soft texture, buttery flavor |
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| Tuna Sushi (Nigiri or Sashimi) | Firm texture, intense and mineral flavor |
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| Eel Sushi (Unagi) | Sweet, smoky, rich, and buttery |
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| Shrimp (Tempura or Boiled) | Natural sweetness, firm and juicy texture |
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| Fresh Oysters | Salty, mineral, soft, and delicate texture |
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| Octopus Sushi | Firm texture, delicate sea flavor |
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| Tuna or Salmon Tartare | Raw, fresh, lightly seasoned with soy or citrus |
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| Grilled Scallops | Delicate sweetness and soft texture |
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| Sardines | Smoked or grilled, intense and oily flavor |
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| Mackerel | Blue fish, strong flavor, firm texture |
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| Hake | White fish, light texture, ideal boiled or grilled |
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| Horse Mackerel | Blue fish, intense flavor, commonly grilled |
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| Salmon Nigiri | Classic Japanese sushi with molded rice and raw salmon |
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| Tuna Nigiri | Molded rice topped with raw tuna |
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| Cucumber Maki (Kappa Maki) | Light and refreshing vegetarian roll |
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| California Roll | With avocado, cucumber, and fish — balanced flavor |
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| Tempura Roll | Sushi roll with crispy shrimp tempura |
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Design and Christmas Spirit
This pack celebrates the meeting of Portuguese tradition and festive spirit. The elegant packaging, inspired by contemporary Christmas aesthetics, combines simplicity and sophistication, making it the perfect gift for those who love offering something different. It’s an original idea that blends the pleasure of gastronomy with the art of meaningful gifting.
More than just a present, it’s an experience that connects cultures, flavors, and emotions — a creative and authentic way to celebrate Christmas with Portuguese flavor and a global soul.
The Perfect Gift for Sushi and Fish Lovers
The PACK 3 Flavors Ideal for Sushi & Fish – Christmas Edition is a distinctive choice to surprise friends, family, or colleagues who appreciate gastronomy and high-quality Portuguese products. It combines flavor, sustainability, and design in a gift full of personality, transforming any meal into a celebration of sharing and authenticity.
Give a gift that awakens the senses, brings cultures together, and fills the table with color and flavor — a truly original gift with the artisanal and genuine touch that only Portugal can offer.
Usage Suggestions
Creative Ideas to Use Each Flavor
The meia.dúzia® chutneys in tubes were designed to enhance the freshness of fish and the elegance of sushi. They combine carefully selected fruits and balanced spices, delivering a sweet-and-spicy contrast, controlled acidity, and subtle smoky notes that elevate sashimi, nigiri, maki, and grilled fish.
For Christmas dinners featuring seafood and fish, they are versatile allies: apply them directly on pieces, in tartares, or on toasts — keeping the table organized and flavors at their peak. Get inspired by the ideas below and create vibrant combinations that honor Portuguese tradition and the refinement of seafood cuisine.
Azores Pineapple Chutney with Spicy Chili
The balance between tropical sweetness and gentle heat makes this chutney perfect for fatty fish and sweet-flavored seafood. The natural acidity of pineapple cleanses the palate while the chili prolongs the finish.
Use on cold or warm pieces, in small touches, to enhance texture and shine without overpowering the fish.
- Salmon sashimi: a small drop of chutney to cut through the fat and boost freshness.
- Tuna nigiri: lightly brush on top for a sweet-spicy contrast.
- Grilled scallops: top each scallop with a drop to highlight the shellfish’s sweetness.
- Fresh oysters: half a teaspoon per shell to bridge salinity and fruit.
- White fish tempura roll: add on top after frying for a crispy-tropical contrast.
- Salmon tartare: mix a small amount at the end with toasted sesame seeds.
Mango Chutney
Ripe mango brings aromatic smoothness and subtle citrus notes, ideal for delicate fish and vegetarian sushi. It adds fruity depth without overwhelming the seaweed, rice, or fish.
It works particularly well when you want to add dimension to simpler pieces while maintaining lightness and elegance.
- Hake nigiri: a thin drop to enhance sweetness and juiciness.
- Salmon and avocado uramaki: drizzle along the top to harmonize the fats.
- Cucumber maki (kappa): a fine line to add body to the vegetarian roll.
- Tuna tartare: finish with lime zest for a sweet-and-sour balance.
- White fish ceviche: replace part of the sauce with an equal portion of chutney to soften the acidity.
- Chilled sliced octopus: small spoonfuls topped with chives and extra virgin olive oil.
Red Pepper Chutney
With natural sweetness and a subtle smoky touch, this chutney enhances bold-flavored fish and grilled dishes. It deepens flavors without masking the character of the ingredient.
Applied after cooking or directly on sushi, it offers aromatic contrast and an elegant finish.
- Grilled mackerel: a thin layer on the skin to balance the oily character.
- Grilled sardines: a small dot on rye toast for an expressive appetizer.
- Tuna nigiri: a light brush to unify mineral and smoky notes.
- Grilled octopus: draw a line of chutney on the plate before plating the tentacles.
- Eel sushi (unagi): replace part of the final glaze with a thin layer of chutney.
- Grilled horse mackerel: small chutney pearls topped with chopped coriander.
Flavors that Bring Your Meals to Life
Combine the three chutneys in a progressive tasting: start with light pieces using mango, move on to salmon and tuna with spicy pineapple, and finish with mackerel, eel, or sardine with red pepper. Serve with sushi rice, nori, sesame seeds, and citrus.
In practical and recyclable tubes, each flavor merges Portuguese tradition with contemporary techniques to celebrate the sea with freshness, elegance, and identity.
Ingredients
Azores Pineapple Chutney with Spicy Chili
Azores pineapple (73%), sugar, rice vinegar (may contain sulfites), raisins, citrus juice, chili pepper (1%), ginger, and citrus zest.
Mango Chutney
Mango (60.6%), sugar, vinegar (may contain sulfites), red onion, garlic, fleur de sel, black pepper, ginger, white pepper, and turmeric.
Red Pepper Chutney
Red pepper (76%), sugar, vinegar, ginger, lemon zest, and acidity regulator (citric acid).
Nutritional Information
Azores Pineapple Chutney with Spicy Chili
Nutritional Declaration, per 100g: Energy, 455 kJ / 107 kcal; Fat, 0.2 g / 0.0 oz; of which Saturated Fatty Acids, 0.2 g / 0.0 oz; Carbohydrates, 24.4 g / 0.9 oz; of which Sugars, 24.0 g / 0.8 oz; Protein, 0.5 g / 0.0 oz; Salt, 0.0 g / 0.0 oz.
Allergens: may contain sulfites.
Mango Chutney
Average nutritional declaration per 100g: Energy 521 kJ; Fat 0.3 g; of which Saturated Fatty Acids 0.1 g; Carbohydrates 25.2 g; of which Sugars 22.1 g; Protein 0.6 g; Salt 0.0 g.
Allergens: may contain sulfites.
Red Pepper Chutney
Average nutritional declaration per 100g: Energy 431 kJ; Fat 0.5 g; of which Saturated Fatty Acids 0.1 g; Carbohydrates 22.4 g; of which Sugars 22.1 g; Protein 1.2 g; Salt 0.0 g.
Origin of the Ingredients
The chutneys in the PACK 3 Flavors Ideal for Sushi & Fish are born from authentic, carefully selected ingredients that represent the best of Portuguese and island agriculture. Each fruit and spice reveals the essence of its origin — from the volcanic soils of the Azores and Madeira to the fertile lands of the North — resulting in combinations that balance freshness, sweetness, and intensity. These origins tell stories, transforming simple accompaniments into remarkable gastronomic experiences.
Azores Pineapple PDO
Azores Pineapple PDO is an agricultural jewel exclusive to São Miguel Island. Grown in glass greenhouses known as “pineapple houses,” this fruit is produced using traditional methods that respect local time and climate. Over nearly two years, cultivation is guided by artisanal techniques — such as “vegetable smokes” — that stimulate growth and intensify aroma. The result is a pineapple with a soft, juicy texture, balanced acidity, and an unmistakable tropical fragrance. Introduced in the 19th century, it became a symbol of Azorean agricultural excellence, recognized worldwide for its unique quality.
Mango from Madeira Island
Madeira mango thrives in a unique environment shaped by the island’s mild climate and volcanic soils. The subtropical temperatures and ocean influence allow for slow ripening, resulting in aromatic, tender, and intensely sweet mangoes. Its golden, juicy pulp gives the chutney a naturally smooth and exotic touch, harmoniously complementing the delicate flavors of fish and seafood. This ingredient reflects the vibrant and fruity character of Madeira, bringing the island’s freshness to every dish.
Red Pepper from Póvoa de Varzim
Known for its strong agricultural tradition, the Póvoa de Varzim region stands out for producing vegetables of exceptional quality. The red pepper from this area is prized for its thick flesh, sweet flavor, and vivid color. The Atlantic climate and fertile soils give it characteristic freshness and a balanced aromatic profile, making it a versatile and essential ingredient in Portuguese cuisine. In this chutney, it provides a creamy base and a slightly smoky note, pairing perfectly with grilled fish and richly flavored sushi.
Chili Pepper
Chili pepper adds personality and energy to this pack, delivering the spicy touch that awakens the senses and enhances the contrasts of flavor. Its natural heat intensifies the pleasure of tasting, balancing beautifully with the tropical sweetness of the fruits. Rich in aroma and color, it brings excitement and depth to culinary creations, enhancing the experience without overpowering other ingredients. In sushi and fish dishes, it elevates the flavor profile and brings a lively kick that surprises with every bite.
Together, these ingredients represent the meeting point between the Atlantic, the Mediterranean, and the tropics. They reflect Portuguese authenticity and creativity, where agricultural tradition and culinary innovation unite to offer intense, fresh, and harmonious flavors — ideal for transforming any fish or sushi dish into a true celebration of taste.
