DESCRIPTION -
Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is a flowering vine in the Piperaceae family, cultivated for its fruit, known as the peppercorn, which is usually dried and used as a spice and seasoning. Whole black pepper retains its distinctive aroma and flavor for longer periods compared to the ground version. It is a very popular spice worldwide. It is an aromatic stimulant.

PREPARATION AND USE –
• Black pepper can be used whole or can be easily ground to fresh powder in a pepper mill or pestle.
• It is used in soups, sandwiches, salads, pulao, Chinese food, etc.
• Whole peppercorns are also used unground in pickles, marinades, broths, mixes, stews, and soups. (They can be tied in a cheesecloth bag or small colander for easy removal.)

THE HEALTH BENEFITS –
• High in antioxidants.
• It has anti-inflammatory properties.
• It can benefit your brain.
• May improve blood sugar control.
• It can reduce cholesterol levels.
• May have cancer-fighting properties.
• A versatile spice.

NUTRITIONAL VALUES –
• Energy - 1050kJ/251kcal
• Fat - 3.3 g
• of which saturated - 1.4 g
• Carbohydrates - 64g
• of which sugars - 0.6 g
• fiber - 25g
• Protein -10g
• Salt - 0g