Tallarico’s Hoagie Spread
Hoagies are Philly’s name for subs or hero sandwiches
I love Tallarico’s Hoagie Spread. It’s basically crushed red peppers in vinegar. When it is smeared on subs or pizza, it is my favorite hot red pepper condiment.
I always prefer to spoon some Tallarico’s on pizza instead of the dried, crushed red peppers. I guess I like the vinegar hit you get with it. This from a guy that *loves* anchovies on his pizza! (More on that in another post.)
For those folks not near the Philly or East Coast areas, a hoagie is an “Italian sub” or “hero sandwich”, served on a long sub roll – usually with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, and onions.
Left Sambal Oelek - Right Tallarico's Hoagie Spread
The Tallarico’s Hoagie Spread is unique, but it is very similar to the Sambal Oelek sold in Oriental stores and markets. I think the Sambal Oelek is thicker, sweeter and much hotter, while Tallarico’s is thinner and more vinegar flavored, with a much milder heat level.
We cooked some Minute Steaks, melted some cheese (I like American Deluxe or Provolone) on the steaks, sauteed some onions, then spread mayonnaise and Tallarico’s on the rolls. Then we loaded up the rolls with the steaks and cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and sauteed onions. This is a Philly Cheesesteak you can make at home!
Tallarico’s Products are usually sold in grocery stores in the Deli Dept.
Sadly, all of their other products are NOT available in my area: Pizza Sauce, Steak Sandwich Sauce, Meatloaf Sauce, Hot Dog Sauce, Sloppy Joe Sauce, Spaghetti Sauce, Peppers and Sauce, Chip Steak Sauce, Sweet & Sassy Peppers, and Jalapeno Peppers.
Wow, that is quite a broad line of yummy products!
Let me know if you use this stuff… or tell me more about all the other Tallarico’s products! Just leave a Comment below and share the love!
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mY FATHER IN LAW SENDS ME 5 JARS (HE’S IN pA)every few months, nor more than 3 -or 4 I use it ALL THE TIME !!! I love this!
Lucky girl! I’m trying to get my local grocer to carry more of the tallarico’s brand of products.
THIS PRODUCT IS GREAT!! they were the first to produce this wonderful item. Haddon House tried to copy it but it dosen’t come close to Tallarico’s. I use it on steak sandwiches along with their steak sauce on pizza,hoagies,hot dogs and on salads. Try it , you will not be disappointed.I asked the store manager where i shop and they got it in within a week or two.
I’m searching the internet to buy Tallarico’s Hoagie Spread!! I moved from Pennsylvania to Indiana 12 yrs. ago and whenever someone visits they MUST bring me a jar! I’m out, and Mom forgot to bring any on her last 2 visits, I’m getting desperate here! LOL I love this stuff!
The Hot Hoagie spread is the best that I have ever had. It is hard to find though. They used to have it at the BILO grocery store, but it was no longer carried when we went shopping today. I tried a Del Allo product….it looked the same but hardly measured up…..please help.
Hey Jim,
Fret not. For an even BETTER alternative to Tallaricos Hoagie Spread, and one that is really easy to order online, check out http://www.wicklespickles.com/
… you will NOT be disappointed.
~brian
http://www.papantry.com sells Tallarico products…..tasty cakes too.
Thanks Joe! That’s good to know.
Nothing compares or comes close to this Tallarico’s hogie spread. I’ve tried wicklespickles it’s ok but Tallarico’s formulated and perfected this long before anyone had it on the market. It’s a favorite on the east coast esp. Philly area, they send cases to our troops in Iraq, great company. Also I heard Steven Tallarico(AKA , Steven Tyler from Aerosmith). is the owners cousin.
I did not know that! Thanks, Betsy.
Yes, I know that Steven Tyler from Aerosmith is their relative. The family roots are from Catanzaro, Italy