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Black pepper powder has been used in cooking for centuries.
Originating in India, it was used in Ayurvedic principles to support various issues. It was also used as a spice in cooking and was a favored trade item in the ancient spice trade.
It was so highly valued it was even used as currency. It was eventually introduced to Europe in the 16th century and was used in various dishes. It is used worldwide as a seasoning in savory dishes and is a staple in many kitchens.
Pepper is commonly described as the "king of spices," It shares a place on most dinner tables with salt. The word pepper originated from the Sanskrit word pippali, meaning berry. Black pepper is a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae, cultivated for its fruit, which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning.
The fruit, known as a peppercorn when dried, is dark red when fully mature and, like all drupes, contains a single seed.
Some research suggests that Black Pepper may contain the following constituents:
- Minerals: Magnesium, Selenium, Zinc, Phosphorus, Manganese, Copper
- Vitamins: Thiamin, Vitamin B-6, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Folate (DFE), Vitamin A (IU), Vitamin A (RAE), Choline, Betaine, Vitamin K (phylloquinone), Beta Carotene, Alpha Carotene, Beta Cryptoxanthin, Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol), Lycopene, Lutein & Zeaxanthin, Tocopherol, gamma
- Lipids: Phytosterols
- Amino Acids: Tryptophan, Threonine, Isoleucine, Leucine, Lysine, Methionine, Cystine, Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, Valine, Arginine, Histidine, Alanine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Proline, Serine
- Piperine, Piperonal
Suggested Use: Add a dash to any food, soups, or sauce.
Botanical Name: Piper nigrum.
Other Names: Black Pepper, Blanc Poivre, Extrait de Poivre, Grain de Poivre, Hu Jiao, Kali Mirchi, Kosho, Krishna, Marich, Maricha, Pepe, Pepper, Pepper Extract, Pepper Plant, Peppercorn, Pfeffer, Pimenta, Pimienta, Pimienta Negra y Pimienta Blanca, Piper, Piper nigrum, Piperine, Poivre, Poivre Noir, Poivre Noir et Blanc, Poivre Noir et Poivre Blanc, Poivrier, Vellaja, White Pepper.
Parts Used: Whole Fruit.
Ingredients: Raw Black Pepper.
Origin: Grown and dried in Vietnam. Packaged with care in Florida, USA.
Certifications: Certified USDA Organic.
How to Maintain Optimum Freshness
- This product is packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum freshness.
- Once opened, push the air out of the pouch before resealing it to preserve maximum potency.
- Keep your powder in a cool, dark, dry place.
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