Product Description
Pepper can only be and should be talked about as the king of spices. It is the most widespread flavoring in the world, which has become an indispensable element of almost every nation's gastronomy. In ancient and medieval times, its price was equivalent to gold and it was considered just as accepted as a means of payment. Empires competed for its possession and trade, and this spice was actually the catalyst for great discoveries.
Its spicy aroma enhances the flavor of dishes, but it is worth being careful with the amount consumed, as it can irritate the digestive system.
We use it both whole and ground. Whole peppercorns, when stored in an airtight container, can retain their flavor for an almost unlimited period of time. For ground pepper, the finer the quality of grinding, the more intensely it releases its aromas.
Black pepper, white pepper, and green pepper are the fruits of the same plant, harvested at different stages of ripeness, and processed differently as well. The seeds are harvested in unripe state, then their fermentation is prevented by boiling or soaking in salt-and-vinegar brine. They are either dried, ground, pickled in vinegar, or sometimes sold fresh.
This pepper variety has a fruity-tart flavor profile, with a mild spiciness.
Usage: it can be used with almost any type of food, from soups to meat and fish dishes, all the way to pastries. For those sensitive to pepper or following a diet, it can be replaced with marjoram.