Sichuan Pepper
Sichuan Pepper
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€10,50
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€10,50
Sharp and fresh in aroma, Sichuan pepper releases elegant citrus and camphor notes, accompanied by its characteristic mild tingling sensation on the tongue. Native to China's Sichuan province and belonging to the species Zanthoxylum piperitum, it is a "false pepper" once offered as a gift to Chinese emperors as a spice of great value. Once dried, the red berries naturally open to reveal the small black seed.
Ideal with fresh and cooked fruit, it also surprises when paired with chocolate.
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FAQ
What does this pepper smell like?
What does this pepper smell like?
It releases an intense, original fragrance, with sharp, fresh notes alongside elegant citrus and balsamic nuances recalling camphor.
What sensation does it give on the palate?
What sensation does it give on the palate?
It contains a natural alkaloid that can cause a distinctive light tingling and numbing sensation on the tongue — a feature that sets it apart from other spices.
How is Sichuan Pepper used in cooking?
How is Sichuan Pepper used in cooking?
It's ideal for creating surprising contrasts in both sweet and savoury dishes. It pairs especially well with fresh and cooked fruit, but also finds a refined use in pastry-making.
Why is it considered a special spice?
Why is it considered a special spice?
The combination of its citrus, balsamic aroma and its distinctive sensation on the palate makes it a unique spice, able to add freshness and originality to dishes.
