Organic
Long Pepper
Pipli
पिप्पली · Piper longum
- Origin:
- Andhra Pradesh, Northeast India, Assam
- Flavour:
- Sweetly complex heat with earthy slightly sweet undertones
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About Long Pepper
Long Pepper was the primary pepper traded between India and the Roman Empire — black pepper became dominant later. Mentioned in Aristotle's texts and found in Tutankhamun's tomb. In Ayurveda it remains one of the most important spices — part of the sacred Trikatu formulation.
Health Benefits
- Piperine content higher than black pepper — stronger bioavailability enhancer
- Core ingredient in Trikatu — Ayurvedic formula for respiratory and digestive health
- Shown to improve absorption of pharmaceutical drugs significantly
- Hepatoprotective (liver-protecting) properties demonstrated in studies
Culinary & Industrial Uses
- Trikatu Ayurvedic formula with black pepper and ginger
- Traditional curries in Southeast Asia and Pacific Island cuisines
- Pickling and preserving traditional Indian achaar recipes
- Flavouring agent for specialty spirits and herbal cordials
Processing & Grades
Harvested as immature spikes and dried to dark brown. Available whole spikes or powdered. Certified for pharmaceutical-grade piperine content.
