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The preparation of patina de piris begins with four medium firm pears, boiled and mashed. Other critical ingredients include eggs, honey, ground pepper (preferably long pepper for an authentic flavor), cumin, passum (a sweet raisin wine), olive oil, and garum. Each of these adds unique layers of flavor, transforming the simple pears into a delightful final dish.
One ingredient worth noting is long pepper, a spice that offers a sweet and aromatic flavor profile, diverging from the more common black pepper. Its unique balance of heat and sweetness makes it a fascinating choice for this ancient dish.