Description
Black Peppercorns are the dried fruits of a flowering climbing vine from the Piperaceae family. The peppercorns are harvested, boiled and dried. They are rich in vitamins A and C, can boost absorption of some essential nutrients, and contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties, along with it’s peppery taste, are attributed to the presence of the essential oil ‘piperine‘.
Black Peppercorns are one of the most widely used spices globally and are often combined with salt tableside as a condiment. They are normally cracked or ground, using a spice mill or mortar and pestle, to release their pungent aroma and fruity, picante flavor.
Top tip: The flavor of black peppercorn is enhanced when combined with an acidic ingredient like lemon or tomatoes and can even be added to cocktails and desserts for a unique flavor experience.
Want to take your peppery relationship further than just a condiment?… Try this vegan caramelized black pepper tofu and noodles from Rabbit & Wolves. Or the perfect balance between acidity and pepperiness, in the Dalmation Vodka Cocktail from Saveur.com.
Fun fact: Black Peppercorns are native to the Malabar Coast of India, where evidence shows the spice has been used for over 4,000 years. For a long time, is was primarily utilized as a medicine. The spice was even used in preserving mummies (Ramses the Great’s body had peppercorns stuffed in the nostrils to help keep the body clean).
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