Pepper Powder is a flavorful, hot spice seasoning made by roasting and grinding whole pepper into a fine powder. Pepper Powder is a handy ingredient to enhance the taste of many dishes including curries, rice varieties, eggs, salads and a lot more. Pepper Powder made at home is fresh and flavorful than the store bought ones and lasts fresh for a longer time.
Pepper powder is a quite essential spice mix in every household and ours is no exception so I make it and store. I usually make a small batch and store. This lasts me at least for 2-3 months. You can use it for curries, gravies or egg omelette etc.
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About Pepper Powder
Pepper Powder can be made easily at home. Whole Black Pepper is roasted then grind to fine powder yes as easy as that. Other varieties of pepper powder include white pepper powder made from whole white pepper corns and red pepper powder from whole red pepper corns. Each type of pepper powder has its own unique flavor, taste and heat level.
Pepper Powder is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a wide variety of dishes, including salad, seasoning, vegetables, sauces, curries, gravies. stir fries, soups etc. You can make it slightly coarse or to a fine powder according to your preference. We like it slightly coarse but its purely your preference.
Making pepper powder at home ensures purity and strong aroma without any added preservatives. You can dry roast the peppercorns slightly before grinding to bring out their natural oils and deepen the flavor. It can be stored in an airtight container, homemade pepper powder stays fresh for months and retains its freshness much better than store-bought versions.
Black pepper is available in various forms, including whole peppercorns and crushed pepper. Whole peppercorns are typically crushed or ground just before use to maintain their freshness and flavor. Ground black pepper, on the other hand, is convenient and widely used in cooking and seasoning.
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Pepper Powder Ingredients
Whole Black Pepper - Whole black pepper is a fundamental spice used in many dishes and cuisines which adds great flavor and heat to the dish. Black pepper is one of the most commonly used spices in the world.
How to make Pepper Powder Recipe Step by Step
1.Add whole pepper corns to a heavy bottomed pan and roast in low flame.
2.Roast 3-5 minutes in low flame, it starts to splutter and turns crispy.
3.Switch off.
4.Cool down then transfer to a dry mixer jar.
5.Grind to a fine powder or slightly coarse depends on how you prefer.
6.Spread on a plate and let it cool at least for an hour. Then store in a clean dry airtight container. Flavorful homemade pepper powder ready!
Expert Tips
- Black pepper - Choose good quality fresh pepper corns for best taste and aroma.
- Grinding - Make sure the mixer jar is dry and clean and free from moisture before grinding. Once the whole pepper corns are powdered it will look dark in shade, it will look moist too. So spread it on a plate dry and then store.
- White pepper powder - You can use whole white pepper corn to make white pepper powder.
- Consistency - Grind it coarse or fine as per your preference. If you want for omelette and egg make it even more coarse. I made it for adding to curries, gravies etc so made it fine.
- Usage - Store in a clean dry jar. Use a dry spoon every time you use it to extend shelf life.
Serving and Storage
You can serve it along with eggs, salads or use it for curries, gravies, seasoning meat, seafood etc.
Keeps well in room temperature itself for 3 months. So always make a small batch as the flavor and freshness reduces with time.
FAQS
1.How do I make pepper powder at home?
Pepper powder is made by roasting whole pepper corns and grinding it to a fine powder.
2.Why do we use pepper powder?
Pepper powder has a lot of health benefits and is good remedy for cough and cold.
3.Should I roast the peppercorns before grinding?
Roasting is optional but enhances the flavor and aroma, also extends shelf life. Roast lightly on low heat for few minutes, avoid over roasting as it might turn bitter.
4.Can I grind pepper in large quantities?
It's best to grind small batches at a time. Freshly ground pepper has the most flavor and aroma.
5.What are the health benefits of black pepper powder?
Black pepper aids digestion, boosts metabolism, relieves cold and cough, and improves nutrient absorption in the body.
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Pepper Powder Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup whole black pepper corns
Instructions
- Add whole pepper corns to a heavy bottomed pan and roast in low flame.
- Roast 3-5 mins in low flame, it starts to splutter and turns crispy.
- Switch off.
- Cool down then transfer to a dry mixer jar.
- Grind to a fine powder or slightly coarse depends on how you prefer.
- Spread on a plate and let it cool at least for an hour. Then store in a clean dry airtight container. Flavorful homemade pepper powder ready!
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Notes
- Black pepper - Choose good quality fresh pepper corns for best taste and aroma.
- Grinding - Make sure the mixer jar is dry and clean and free from moisture before grinding. Once the whole pepper corns are powdered it will look dark in shade, it will look moist too. So spread it on a plate dry and then store.
- White pepper powder - You can use whole white pepper corn to make white pepper powder.
- Consistency - Grind it coarse or fine as per your preference. If you want for omelette and egg make it even more coarse. I made it for adding to curries, gravies etc so made it fine.
- Usage - Store in a clean dry jar. Use a dry spoon every time you use it to extend shelf life.
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