A staple of every kitchen cabinet, our premium black peppercorns are available to buy in bulk, ensuing you always have this essential spice on hand for whatever culinary adventures you’re planning. We source our black peppercorns from the finest farms, ensuring the highest level of quality possible.
Besides a delightful kick to your meals, black peppercorns UK offers numerous health benefits, including aiding digestion and boosting metabolism. So, if you are looking to buy black peppercorns to elevate your cooking with bold and vibrant flavours, order our bulk peppercorns today!
Black pepper actually comes from peppercorn, the dried berry of a flowering vine native to Southeast Asia. The pepper most of us encounter is ground, a pale shadow of the whole peppercorn, freshly ground or cooked whole. Originating along the southwestern coast of India, in the region of Kerala, black pepper (Piper nigrum) has been a commodity since ancient times.
Piperine, the alkaloid in pepper responsible or its pungent bite, is known to stimulate the taste buds and gastric juices. In Indian Ayurvedic medicine, black pepper is used to treat respiratory illnesses and colds. From a strictly nutritional standpoint, black pepper contains only trace amounts of magnesium and calcium, and is usually not eaten in enough quantity to have much of a nutritional impact, so it's mostly used for it's flavour.
Fresh black pepper is delightful on eggs and essential in mashed potatoes. It also pairs well with meats, from charcuterie and steak to chicken and fish. Next time you have a summer berries, try them with a little fresh pepper.
Ingredients: Black Peppercorns.
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