Dried Cubeb Pepper Whole Seeds ~ Piper Cubeba

Origin: Indonesia

The Cubeba pepper ( Piper cubeba ), also known as "tailed pepper" due to the short stem that remains attached to the fruit, is a rare spice originating mainly from Indonesia. Although it looks similar to black pepper, it offers a completely different and complex aromatic profile. 

Flavor Profile

Whole seeds are dried fruits that are harvested before they ripen. 

Aroma: It has an intense, pleasant aroma with notes of eucalyptus, pine and lemon .

Taste: Its flavor is described as a combination of black pepper and allspice. It is warm, slightly bitter and spicy, but less hot than common pepper (score 3/10 in intensity).

Culinary Uses

Due to its particular acidity and woody tones, Kupemba is used in a wide range of recipes:

Meat & Fish: Ideal for marinades, grilled meats (duck, lamb) and fish, where citrus notes highlight the dish.

Spice Mixtures: It is a key ingredient in the African mixture Ras el Hanout .

Beverages: It is used to flavor premium alcoholic beverages, such as gin (e.g. Bombay Sapphire), but also in mulled wine.

Sweets: Goes well with recipes with dark chocolate, gingerbread cookies and fruit salads.

It is a source of iron and sodium , and also contains zinc. 

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