Mexican kitchen
San Marzano DOP Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes — 28 oz Cans (6-Pack)
Product description
Pack contents and format
This offering contains six 28-ounce (approximately 800 g) cans of whole peeled plum tomatoes. Each can is labeled and bears a D.O.P. (Protected Designation of Origin) certification and individual numbering to confirm provenance.
Origin and certification
These are Pomodoro San Marzano dell'Agro Sarnese‑Nocerino, cultivated exclusively within the designated 41 municipalities across the provinces of Naples, Avellino and Salerno in the Campania region. The variety and its production are governed by the EU Rules of Production (EEC n. 2081 of July 14, 1992), which define the geographic and procedural standards for the DOP designation.
Usage and culinary notes
The tomatoes are packed whole and peeled, offering tender flesh that breaks down easily with a crush or short cooking, making them well suited to classic tomato sauces, Neapolitan-style pizza, braises and soups. They are the preferred tomato for Chef Ciro’s Song' E Napule restaurant group, reflecting their suitability for professional kitchens as well as home cooks.
Packaging and handling
Cans are metal, standard 28-ounce size, and arrive stacked as a six-pack. While the producer numbers and certifies each tin to guarantee authenticity, some shipments may show cosmetic dents from handling; contents are unaffected but visual inspection on arrival is recommended.
Pros
- Certified DOP with numbered cans
- Sweet, sauce-ready texture
- Ideal for pizza and simmered sauces
Cons
- Occasional denting in cans
- Some batches taste a bit more acidic
- Variability in tomato piece size
VerdictThese canned San Marzano DOP plum tomatoes deliver authentic Campanian flavor and a texture suited to sauces and pizzas. The product is notable for its DOP certification and numbered cans, and many cooks praise the natural sweetness and smooth purée they form when crushed. Expect occasional variability — some cans arrive dented and a few palates find this batch slightly tangier — but overall they
Reviews
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JYB 5/5
Sweet and natural
Very sweet with no added citric acid. The flesh is soft and transforms into sauce with just a gentle crush.
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Blanket was a little small but that's ok 5/5
Simple, tasty sauce
Great sauce; straightforward and flavorful.
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Lulu 4/5
Sharper tang than I'm used to
I found these tangier than another Marzano brand I buy; there’s a more pronounced acidity that may not suit everyone.
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Scotty 1/5
Mostly purée, few chunks
I’ve tried many San Marzanos. This batch felt like more sauce than actual tomato pieces — lacking the toothy texture I prefer.
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Joseph A. Carini 5/5
Reliable pantry staple
Thick purée and a satisfying mouthfeel. The can has a pull-tab top which is easy to open and convenient in the kitchen.
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D. Lane 5/5
Great for homemade sauces, minor packaging gripe
I use these for all my Italian sauces. The fruits are smaller and more delicate than other DOP cans I’ve had, so trimming stem ends isn’t needed. They add a lovely sweetness and elevate sauces, though several cans arrived dented from earlier handling.
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BigBlock 5/5
A delicious discovery
A friend brought a 28 oz can from an Italian deli and I used it in my sauce — it produced the most impressive result I’ve made at home. I later ordered the same six-pack online. Others warned about dented tins; mine came double boxed with the producer’s carton inside.
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SFG 5/5
Exceptional flavor and texture
These aren’t ordinary canned tomatoes — they’re rich, balanced and naturally sweet. Texture is smooth, color deep, and salt is minimal. They really lift a pizza or pasta sauce; highly recommend for anyone who cooks from scratch.
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