Capers are the immature flower buds of the caper bush. For their size, their flavor is astonishingly outsize: pungent, almost mustardy, briny, even tangy. They get attention.

Lilliput: At 3 to 5 millimeters, lilliput capers are very small. They're difficult to find, but worth seeking out for their intense flavor, says Ziata. Nonpareil: The most popular variety in the ...

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Capers generally are used as a flavor accent, a sort of finishing savory-salty bite for sauces, seafood, lamb and salads. Just remember — they are intense, so a little goes a long way.

Cut remaining butter into 1/2-inch cubes; set aside. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add capers and lemon juice and bring to simmer. Cook for about 1 minute.

Stir crisp capers and hazelnuts into sauce and spoon over trout. Note: Unroasted hazelnuts can be baked at 350° in a preheated oven until golden, about 8 to 10 minutes.

Capers generally are used as a flavor accent, a sort of finishing savory-salty bite for sauces, seafood, lamb and salads. Just remember — they are intense, so a little goes a long way.

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