Indonesian long pepper

The Java Kick

ORIGIN AND DESCRIPTION

Indonesian long pepper (Piper retrofractum) comes mainly from the islands of Java and Bali and is considered a more intense alternative to regular black pepper in its homeland. With its long, rather than round, grains and a noticeably more complex aroma, it brings a spicy exoticism to the plate that has long been appreciated in Southeast Asia. Anyone who has tried it in curries or braised dishes will quickly realize why in some regions it is even considered more noble than regular pepper.

TASTE AND AROMA

Hot, warm, slightly sweet, spicy, exotic, persistent, subtly woody, deep, complex, piquant.

APPLICATION

Grind or crush the long pepper shortly before use to develop its full aroma. It goes perfectly in curries, stews and marinades, but also gives soups and sauces an unmistakably intense peppery note. With its additional sweetness and slightly woody note, it is particularly interesting where ordinary black pepper can no longer set new accents.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Antioxidants, digestion, metabolism, immune system, circulation, anti-inflammatory, vitamins, minerals.

INGREDIENTS

100% Indonesian long pepper.