{"product_id":"piperi-pondicherry","title":"Pondicherry Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the world's rarest and most prized peppers. Pondicherry pepper is grown near the city of Pondicherry (now Puducherry) in southern India — a region with a centuries-old history of pepper cultivation. Its characteristic is that it is allowed to ripen fully and is usually immersed in oil before drying — this gives it an impressively deep aromatic complexity with woody notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe spice we use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhole black peppercorns (\u003cem\u003ePiper nigrum\u003c\/em\u003e) from the Pondicherry region, immersed in oil and naturally dried. Raw, without additives. Used whole or ground immediately before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBotanical identity\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt comes from the plant \u003cem\u003ePiper nigrum\u003c\/em\u003e, family Piperaceae. It is cultivated in the Puducherry region in southern India, an area that was a French colony and maintained a strong culinary tradition. The custom of immersion in oil gives the pepper its unique aromatic quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAroma, color and taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eImpressively deep, rich woody-earthy aroma with notes of oil, slight fruitiness and earth. Black-brown color. Intense spicy taste with impressive aromatic complexity that lasts after cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow it is used\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent as a finishing spice on roasted meats and tartare to highlight its unique aroma. Enhances sauces, vinaigrettes and dark dishes with an impressive aromatic note. Ideal in combinations with butter and olive oil. If you love premium peppers, also check out \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/11118004437319\"\u003eBanasura pepper from India\u003c\/a\u003e for an impressive comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCombinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs perfectly with butter and olive oil in risottos and pasta. With dark chocolate and caramel in sweet compositions for an impressive contrast. With cheese in risotto and cacio e pepe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural appearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge, round black-brown peppercorns with a slightly deeper hue from the oil. Rugged surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a closed container, away from light, moisture and heat. Use whole or ground immediately before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt belongs to the Piperaceae family. Allergy to black pepper is rare but exists. Consult a doctor during pregnancy or if taking anticoagulants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew arrivals and offers are announced on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/www.SpicesBazaar.gr\"\u003eour Facebook page\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Aiodigoseyexias\"\u003eour YouTube channel\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spices Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"50 g","offer_id":54896392896839,"sku":"SB-SPC-57815-050","price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 g","offer_id":54896392929607,"sku":"SB-SPC-57815-100","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 g","offer_id":54896392962375,"sku":"SB-SPC-57815-500","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg","offer_id":54896392995143,"sku":"SB-SPC-57815-1KG","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/1805\/5751\/files\/spicesbazaar-pondicherry-pepper-top.webp?v=1788868980","url":"https:\/\/spices-bazaar-2.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/piperi-pondicherry","provider":"Spices Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}