Woodland Gourmet® H86CI Half-Cracked Aromatic Black Peppercorn 6 Mesh 8-lb Bag

Intensely fragrant black peppercorns are specifically formed to be half-cracked, half-whole to offer a fuller flavor on foods, especially for sprinkling on salads, creating sauces, crusting meats, and baking breads. Cracked peppercorn pieces measure minimum 95% US #6 mesh with a color that varies from light to dark blackish gray with undertones of white and brown. Derived from the common pepper plant, Piper nigrum, black peppercorns are produced from fully mature berries harvested before they are allowed to ripen. Boiled for a brief time, berries are then dried and fermented until they become wrinkled, black, and very aromatic to adequately produce a crisp, robust flavor. Moderately hot and pungent, black peppercorns are an essential seasoning that complements most any food. Containing piperine (which is different than capsaicin found in chile peppers), black pepper features a different kind of spicy, pungent flavor that pairs with salt and is used often in combination as a common dinner table spice. Irradiated for longer shelf life and decontamination.