Spices

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Black Pepper, also known as Kali Mirch, is one of the most widely used spices in the world and a cornerstone of Ayurvedic healing. At Farm Ayurveda, our Black Pepper is sun-dried and naturally cultivated, offering unmatched aroma, sharpness, and purity. These whole peppercorns are handpicked to ensure maximum potency and flavor in every grain.

Description

This spice does more than enhance taste—it’s also a powerful medicinal herb. Rich in antioxidants and essential oils, Black Pepper boosts digestion, metabolism, and nutrient absorption. It's commonly used in Ayurvedic remedies for respiratory, digestive, and circulatory health. Our premium quality ensures it retains its warmth, pungency, and therapeutic strength.

History

Black Pepper has a rich and ancient legacy. Often referred to as the “King of Spices,” it was once so valuable that it was used as currency and traded across the Roman and Arab empires. In Ayurveda, it is a key component of Trikatu—a trio of herbs that stimulates digestive fire (Agni) and detoxifies the body. India, particularly Kerala, has been a center for Black Pepper cultivation and global export for centuries.

Specification

Product Name Black Pepper
Origin India
Family Piperaceae
Binomial name Piper nigrum

Features & Characteristics

Color Deep black to dark brown, wrinkled surface
Taste and Smell Sharp, pungent taste with strong, woody aroma
Quality Whole, sun-dried peppercorns, high in piperine content

Ingredients

Nutrients Carbohydrates, dietary fiber, essential oils
Minerals Iron, Potassium, Calcium, Manganese
Vitamins Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6
Protein Approx. 10g per 100g
Fats Around 3g per 100g, mostly healthy essential oils

Uses of Black Pepper

Added whole or crushed to curries, soups, and masalas.

Used in herbal teas and Ayurvedic decoctions (kadha).

Ground into spice blends like garam masala and chai masala.

Enhances bioavailability of nutrients in herbal remedies.

Preservative and flavoring agent in pickles and marinades.

Benefits of Black Pepper

Stimulates digestion and appetite.

Helps in detoxification and fat metabolism.

Relieves cough, cold, and respiratory congestion.

Acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent.

Enhances absorption of nutrients and herbs.