Black peppercorns (Lat. Piper nigrum) — is a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae that comes from India. It is grown for its fruits that are dried and used as a spice. The fruits look like dark-red berries with seeds that have a diameter of 5 mm when fully ripened.

Black peppercorns are obtained from the still-green, unripe fruits of this plant. First, they are boiled in hot water for a short time, and then they are dried under the sun for several days or in a tumble dryer. During this time, the skin around the seeds shrinks and darkens, forming a thin, wrinkled black layer.

What they taste like: hot, earthy, woody, with subtle fruity and floral notes.

What dishes they’re best for: meat, vegetable and many other dishes. Black pepper is a universal condiment and goes well with almost any food.

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