Herbe Black peppercorns gluten-free 50 g

Gluten-Free Black Peppercorns 50 g

What is black pepper?

Black pepper [Latin: Piper nigrum] is a tropical vine with woody lower parts that can reach up to 15 meters in height. Pepper is sometimes called the "king of spices" because, after salt, it is the most used spice on all continents. The trade of pepper and other exotic spices was one of the main drivers of geographical discoveries. It is interesting to note that in the Middle Ages, pepper was considered for a time as a currency. The raw material of herbs and spices is the fruit of this plant. Not everyone knows that the three types of pepper - black, green, and white - are actually the fruits of the same plant, harvested at different stages of maturity. Black pepper, the most popular, is the green, unripe fruit that only turns black and wrinkled when slowly dried in the sun.

Black pepper in cooking

There is no doubt that black pepper, along with salt, is an essential spice in all kitchens. One or two pinches of ground black pepper are added to most dry dishes to enhance their flavor with a hint of spiciness. It is present in almost every list of ingredients needed to prepare a soup, meat dish, or salad. Ground black pepper is an extremely versatile spice. It is added to all roasts, marinades, and sauces. It pairs especially well with meats such as pork, beef, mutton, and lamb. It has a unique characteristic of enhancing the flavor of fatty dishes. No soup, jelly, or fish dish can do without it. It should be known that the source of the pepper's spicy flavor is the outer layer of the fruit, which contains piperine.

Tips

Store it in airtight and resealable containers. With this in mind, each of our spice bags is equipped with a zipper closure to facilitate closing and opening. In the case of ground black pepper in ordinary aluminum foil, not only will it lose its beautiful aroma very quickly after opening, but it can also easily spill out of the packaging, for example, into a drawer or cupboard. We care about your convenience! To release the full flavor and aroma of black pepper, it is best to add it to dishes at the very end of cooking.

Product composition:

100% ground black pepper. Premium raw material.

Country of origin:

Vietnam

What should be seasoned with black pepper?

• soups
• meat dishes, especially pork, beef, mutton, and lamb
• fatty foods
• fish dishes
• salads and vegetable dishes
• jellies and sauces

Black pepper - other properties

• Thanks to its piperine content, pepper increases the absorption of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals.
• Spicy spices are characterized by increasing the body's heat production, which speeds up metabolism. That is why spices such as chili and black pepper are very useful in fighting weight gain.
• The piperine contained in black pepper stimulates the secretion of gastric juices, which facilitates digestion and stimulates appetite.
• Black pepper also has an expectorant effect and, because of this property, it is useful to remember it in case of cough or cold. It helps to decongest the respiratory tract and also aids in treating inflammation of the sinuses and bronchi. To enjoy its properties, it can be used in the form of a hot, heavily peppered broth or as a supplement to tea.