Description
Black Pepper is a popular aromatic spice made from dried peppercorns. Known as the "King of Spices," it has a strong, warm, and slightly pungent flavor that enhances a wide variety of dishes.
Whole black peppercorn can be used directly in cooking or ground into a fine powder for convenient seasoning. It is commonly used in curries, soups, rasam, rice dishes, marinades, meat and vegetable preparations, and spice blends.
Black pepper is a versatile everyday kitchen spice and pairs well with many other herbs and spices. For the best flavor and aroma, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
How to
Use
1. Take 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns.
2. Lightly crush or grind them using a mortar and pestle or pepper grinder.
3. Add the freshly ground pepper to rasam, soups, curries, rice, vegetables or marinades.
4. For stronger aroma, lightly dry-roast the whole peppercorns before grinding.
5. Add freshly ground pepper near the end of cooking or before serving for better aroma.
Storage
Instruction
Store black pepper in an airtight container. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use within the recommended shelf life mentioned on the package.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size / Basis
Energy
251 kcal
Protein
10.4 g
Total Carbohydrates
64 g
Dietary Fibre
25 g
Total Fat
3.3 g
Sodium
20 mg
Iron
9.7 mg
* Nutritional values are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the chilli variety,
harvest season, and processing method.
