Crushed Green Pepper (0.7-1.7)

Crushed green pepper is a prized spice originating from the same pepper vine (Piper nigrum) as black and white pepper. The difference lies in the fact that green peppercorns are harvested semi-ripe or raw and dried quickly to preserve their bright skin and fresh aroma.

Flavor Profile

- Milder heat: Not as strong or pungent as black pepper.
- Fresh and herbal: The flavor is distinctly fresh, intertwining the green, slightly minty, woody, and grassy notes of young pepper.
- Aromatic: In crushed form, essential oils are released quickly, providing dishes with an immediate and subtle nuance of flavor.

Best Culinary Uses

Sauces: An essential component of the classic creamy green peppercorn sauce (sauce au poivre), perfect for beef, pork, and chicken.
Meats and marinades: An excellent choice for seasoning game, duck, grilled meats, and steaks before cooking or in dry rub mixes.
Fish and seafood: As the flavor is milder, it doesn’t overpower the natural taste of delicate fish or seafood.
Finishing: Sprinkle crushed pepper just before serving on puréed soups, pasta, risotto, or fresh salads and oil-based dressings.