Grilled Aubergine Slices Ristoris: the Mediterranean ready on the plate
Ristoris Grilled Aubergine Slices are a ready-to-use preserve made with 57 % aubergines, grilled and packed in sunflower oil with salt, parsley, chilli and garlic. Each 4/4 can holds 750 g (case of 6) and carries no declarable allergens. Drained and plate-ready, the slices keep their shape and a lightly smoky, savoury profile: a reliable building block for antipasti, parmigiana, gourmet sandwiches and quick warm sides in professional kitchens.
What grilled aubergines are
The aubergine (Solanum melongena) is a cornerstone of Mediterranean cooking, especially in Southern Italy, where char-grilling concentrates flavour and removes excess water. Grilling before preserving gives a firmer slice than fried or marinated raw versions, so the product holds up to handling on the line. Ristoris uses Italian-origin raw material worked in season from fresh produce, delivering a consistent slice for high-volume service.
The producer
Ristoris Srl is based in Broni, in the province of Pavia (Lombardy), and is specialised in food preserves for the catering and pizzeria channel. Raw materials are rigorously selected with a preference for Italian origin and processed seasonally from fresh produce in plants certified to ISO, BRC and IFS international standards. The range is engineered for food service: high yield, consistent calibre and a competitive cost per portion.
Sensory profile
Bronze-edged slices with visible grill marks, a tender yet firm bite and a savoury, lightly smoky aroma lifted by garlic, parsley and a hint of chilli. The sunflower oil dressing stays neutral and lets the vegetable lead. Colour and texture remain stable after draining, which makes the product suitable for both cold antipasto boards and warm preparations.
Technical specifications
Net weight 750 g per can, 4/4 format, case of 6 cans. Aubergines 57 %, sunflower oil, salt, parsley leaves, hot chilli, garlic powder; antioxidant: ascorbic acid. No declared allergens. Drained yield approximately 450-500 g per can. Commercial shelf life 540 days from production; after opening keep refrigerated at 0-4 C in a suitable container and use within a few days. Origin: Italy. EAN 8036515241539.
Professional uses
Layer into a classic parmigiana di melanzane with tomato, fior di latte and grated Parmigiano. Roll around ricotta and herbs for quick involtini. Build an antipasto board with peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and friarielli. Top a pala or al taglio pizza after baking for a vegetable focus. Fold into pasta with cherry tomatoes and basil, or fill panini and piadine for a fast service item. Drain well before use to avoid excess oil on the plate.
Pairings
Natural partners include San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte and mozzarella, basil and extra virgin olive oil, grilled peppers and zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes and capers. For tasting boards combine with cured meats and a soft cheese; for warm dishes match with pasta, rice or oven bakes.
Delivery and logistics
B2B and B2C delivery throughout Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). As a shelf-stable ambient preserve, this product needs no cold chain: the LAPA fleet covers Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, Schaffhausen, St. Gallen, Frauenfeld, Aargau and Basel, while for Ticino (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg), Valais (Sion, Martigny) and the Grisons (Chur, Davos) shipping runs in 24-48 hours with partner couriers (Swiss Post PostPac, Planzer, Galliker). Pallet quantities are ideal for stock build-up in professional kitchens.
Who it is for
Designed for restaurants, pizzerias, hotels, delicatessens, catering and canteens, as well as Italian grocery stores and private customers who want a Mediterranean classic ready in seconds. A practical, high-yield format for any operation that values consistent quality and controlled food cost.
