Malabar Black Pepper Fine Ground, Certified Organic - 8 oz

Malabar black pepper is harvested by hand off the Southwest coast of India. It is warm, woody, and a little fruity with notes of berry and citrus. Where Tellicherry pepper is sweet, Malabar pepper is more mild and bitter. Add on top of any dish for a bright bite. Species: Piper nigrum Appearance: Peppercorns are the dried berries of a tropical perennial vine with aromatic, green oval-shaped leaves and greenish-yellow spikes. The immature fruits are harvested once they turn red and then sun-dried until they are devoid of moisture, giving it a slightly wrinkly spherical shape. Typically used: Freshly ground Origin: Black peppercorn has been cultivated for thousands of years in Southern Indian and Sri Lanka. This particular variety comes from the Indian state of Kerala on the Malabar Coast. Flavor: Complex, warm, citrusy, mildly dark, slightly bitter Aroma: Woody and balanced with notes of citrus and berries Culinary uses: Black pepper is so well-known globally, that it has been used in almost any dish you can think of. It is most often used to enhance other flavors and add a mild spicy kick to any dish. It actually acts a digestive aid and enhances the nutrient absorption of other…