Black Pepper is the dried fruit of the pepper plant, harvested and dried to develop its characteristic dark colour, sharp aroma and warm, pungent flavour. It is one of the most commonly used whole spices in Indian cooking.
Common Uses
- Sambar and rasam
- Pepper rice and pulao
- Curries and gravies
- Soups
- Pepper chicken and other savoury dishes
- Chutneys and spice blends
- Pickles
- Tempering
- Grinding freshly for seasoning
- Traditional South Indian preparations
How to Use
Black pepper can be used whole, crushed or freshly ground. Freshly ground pepper can be added towards the end of cooking or used directly as a seasoning.
Natural Characteristics
Naturally dried black pepper may vary slightly in size, colour, aroma and pungency from batch to batch. This is normal for a natural agricultural product.
Storage
Store in a clean, dry, airtight container in a cool and dry place. Keep away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. Use a completely dry spoon when handling.
Sampoorna Swadesi Approach
Our spices are sourced through our farming and sourcing network in India. We focus on knowing the source and maintaining traceability rather than relying solely on certification labels.
We do not represent the product as certified organic unless the applicable certification is available.


