Product Description
When it comes to pepper, it's worth talking about it solely as the king of spices. It is the most widespread seasoning in the world, having become an essential element of almost every nation's gastronomy. In ancient and medieval times, its price matched that of gold and it was considered just as widely accepted as a form of currency. Empires competed for possession and trade of it, and essentially this spice was 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.
Both whole and ground peppercorns are used in cooking. Whole peppercorns stored in an airtight container can retain their flavor for almost an unlimited time. When it comes to ground pepper, the finer the grind, the more intense its flavors.
Black pepper, white pepper, and green pepper are the fruits of the same plant, harvested at different stages of ripeness and processed differently.
Black Pepper: the unripe berries are harvested and then dried, giving them their wrinkled surface and black color. Black pepper has the strongest aroma.
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 wild marjoram.