Black Pepper (Noun)
Meaning 1
Climber having dark red berries (peppercorns) when fully ripe; southern India and Sri Lanka; naturalized in northern Burma and Assam.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Black pepper, native to southern India and Sri Lanka, is a climber that produces dark red berries when fully ripe, commonly known as peppercorns.
- The black pepper plant is widely available in various regions, having been naturalized in northern Burma and Assam, and cultivated for thousands of years.
- Besides its culinary value, black pepper has been an essential commodity, predominantly originating from the tropical regions of southern India and Sri Lanka.
- In many recipes, whole black peppercorns are added directly to a dish before cooking, allowing their distinct flavor to seep in during the process.
- Black pepper, scientifically known as Piper nigrum, has an extensive history, with a well-known production center in southern India, making India one of the top producers globally.
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Meaning 2
Pepper that is ground from whole peppercorns with husks on.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- Freshly grinding black pepper from whole peppercorns added a rich flavor to the dish.
- The chef preferred using coarse ground black pepper in marinades for tenderizing meats.
- Coarse black pepper and lemon juice combined for a perfect seasoning for fish.
- His grandmother's traditional secret recipe included generous amounts of freshly ground black pepper.
- A few grinds of coarse black pepper elevated the flavors in his signature soup recipe.