Long Pepper - 2oz

Long pepper is the ancestor of black pepper — used across the ancient spice trade before Piper nigrum took over and all but disappeared from Western kitchens. It is having a quiet revival among chefs and cooks drawn to its unusual form and its more complex, layered heat. Longer and more textured than a standard peppercorn, it delivers warmth with a depth that black pepper does not quite reach, along with intriguing notes of ginger, cinnamon, and clove. Flavor Profile Warm and spicy with a slow-building heat and complex undertones of ginger, cinnamon, and floral spice. More nuanced and less sharp than black pepper, with a longer finish. Recommended Uses – Grate over pasta, risotto, or egg dishes as a finishing spice – Add to spice blends where black pepper would be used, for added complexity – Incorporate into spiced syrups, mulled wine, or warm drinks – Use in dry rubs for lamb, duck, or aged cheese pairings – Grind into spiced chocolate, desserts, or spiced honey Cooking Tips Long pepper can be grated directly on a microplane for a very fine, even powder — one of its advantages over standard peppercorns. Use slightly less than you would black pepper; it is more complex and the heat builds slowly. Details Origin: India. Net weight: 2 oz. Packaged in a resealable pouch.