{"product_id":"fruit-paste-plum-chilli","title":"Fruit Paste Plum Chilli 115g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eUgly Duck Fine Foods' Plum Chilli Paste is the perfect match for creamy cheeses like triple cream brie, and sharp and crumbly cheddars. Your tongue will first experience the deep sweetness of plums followed closely (and sneakily) by a little gentle heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis beautiful fruit paste is made from sweet Australian plums and combined with a warming cayenne pepper to complete the profile of this bold fruit paste. Crafted in small batches from rescued stone‑fruit, this paste delivers a dual flavour experience—first the lush sweetness of ripe plum, then a gentle, lingering heat. Perfect for spreading, glazing or elevating a cheese board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Producer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eUgly Duck Fine Foods is a Brisbane‑based artisan producer founded by Michelle Mascher. Their mission is to transform Australian fruit and vegetables that would otherwise be discarded (due to colour, shape or size) into flavour‑packed condiments. Working directly with growers, they rescue surplus produce and turn it into small‑batch spreads, pastes and relishes—with no preservatives, artificial colours or flavours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Uses \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSpread on crusty bread, crackers or crostini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003ePair with soft cheeses (brie, camembert) or strong cheddars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eUse as a glaze for roast meats (pork, duck) or juicy grilled fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eStir into dressings or sauces for a sweet‑spicy twist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAdd depth to burgers, toasted sandwiches or gourmet pizzas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eRescued Australian Plum (55%), Sugar, Pectin, Cayenne (0.3%), Citric Acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eNo preservatives, Vegan‑friendly and gluten‑free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eMade from rescued Australian fruit—reducing food waste at the source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eBalanced flavour: deep, sweet plum meets a steady chilli kick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSmall‑batch, artisan‑crafted and thoughtfully made\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eClean ingredient list and transparent sourcing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eVersatile in both sweet and savoury applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eStore sealed in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 3‑4 weeks. If the texture thickens, allow to soften slightly at room temperature before serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs this product vegan and gluten‑free?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes — it contains no animal products and is naturally gluten‑free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow spicy is the chilli?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThe chilli provides a gentle to medium heat. The initial flavour is sweet plum; the chilli builds more slowly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use this in savoury dishes?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAbsolutely. Though fruit‑based, the chilli and depth of plum make it a standout in warm, savoury applications. It is amazing in sauces and glazes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does “rescued fruit” mean?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIt refers to fruit that is of full flavour quality but would otherwise be discarded due to cosmetic flaws. Ugly Duck gives it new life through premium condiments. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMost retailers reject any fruit or vegetable that are non-standard size, shape or colour. Large commercial growers and small organic farmers alike often face a huge problem selling their not-to-standard fruit and vegetables. Due to the short shelf life of fresh produce, a lot of fresh food ends up in landfill. I\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003en 2017, 795,000 tonnes of fruit produced in Australia was rejected at farm level!! Globally, almost half of all fruit and vegetables produced are wasted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Ugly Duck Fine Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634936086639,"sku":"FRT-PST-PLMCHL","price":7.28,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/plum-fruit-paste-made-from-rescued-fruit.jpg?v=1761024936","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.sovereignfoods.com.au\/products\/fruit-paste-plum-chilli","provider":"Sovereign Foods Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}