Voatsiperifery Bourbon Gold® Red Wild Pepper

What is Voatsiperifery red pepper?

The Voatsiperifery pepper is a wild pepper of great rarity.

Originating from the primary and virgin forests of Madagascar, it is a real pepper. The liana on which it grows can reach 20 to 30 meters in height.

The red pepper Voatsiperifery is very aromatic. Very fragile, because it is full of water, it requires a lot of precautions during its harvest.

Did you know that? the color of the pepper indicates its level of maturity. A red color is a sign of great maturity. With this Voatsiperifery pepper, I present you a pepper equivalent to late harvest in the field of wines .

David Vanille's choice: I chose to present you this red pepper Voatsiperifery for its unique flavor. A rare pepper from Madagascar, harvested by hand, which seduces by its great maturity.

The harvest of the wild pepper Voatsiperifery

The harvesting of Voatsiperifery red pepper is delicate. First of all, it is necessary to go to the heart of the rainforest following paths that are difficult to walk on.

Once there, the pickers must climb the vines until they reach the berries. One of the difficulties of harvesting this rare pepper is the fact that on the same liana, the bunches of berries can be at different levels of maturity. It is thus necessary to sort out in height the mature berries of those still too young to be picked.

On average, 10 kilos of fresh berries must be picked to obtain one kilo of Voatsiperifery pepper.

The differences between the colors of pepper

This pepper from Madagascar can be picked white, black or red.

The red Voatsiperifery pepper is of high quality. Less pungent than black pepper, it has developed more intense aromas.

Black voatsiperifery pepper is picked green from the vine before being dried. It is during the drying process that it took on its dark color.

The white voastiperifery pepper is in fact the inside of the red pepper. It is a seed with subtle flavors.

The origins of Voatsiperifery pepper

It is difficult to define the exact origins of this pepper as it is rare. Unknown until recently to the Malagasy themselves, the wild Voatsiperifery pepper has only recently had its moment of glory. Today, the greatest chefs give it pride of place. The production being relatively low, this pepper is not likely to become a common variety ... and so much the better.

The red pepper of Voastsiperifery nowadays

Still unknown a few years ago, the wild pepper of Voatsiperifery is today very popular. However, the production is not enough to meet the demand.

Risky harvesting methods

Some farmers have tried to increase their harvests by changing the way they pick the berries. To avoid climbing the vines, some do not hesitate to cut them. Others do not sort the berries and therefore produce a less qualitative pepper.

Actions for a reasoned culture

The risk of these practices would be to harm the survival of this species. In order to preserve it, several groups of local researchers are trying to find solutions to domesticate this wild pepper and thus allow farmers to cultivate it without harming the wild species.

How to use the red pepper of Voatsiperifery in cooking?

This pepper being very aromatic, it can be used without restraint in all the kitchens and all the types of dishes which one would like to concoct.

Crush it ideally at the end of cooking, on your favorite dishes. It goes wonderfully well with white fish and seafood. In a simmered dish, it works wonders! Fragrant and mild, it enhances white meats such as veal or pork.

Voatsiperifery pepper is known for its particular flavor that enhances vegetables and gives them character. It is excellent with a pan of mushrooms and even in a mushroom sauce.

Our recipe ideas with red Voatsiperifery pepper

In cooking, the red Voatsiperifery is used as well for sweet recipes as for salty recipes. It is excellent on fruits, in particular, exotic fruits: litchi, mango, pineapple..

If you like the combination of chocolate and pepper, you will appreciate the subtlety of its aromas. Mousse, cream or chocolate fondants will be sublimated simply thanks to a little crushed red pepper of Voatsiperifery.

French chefs have adopted this pepper. It can be found in Alain Ducasse's mushrooms stuffed with goat cheese or in Sophie Dudemaine's 5 meat pot-au-feu.

Appetizer: Peppered Pumpkin Soup

An autumnal soup that is enhanced by this pepper of character. Cut your pumpkin into cubes and fry them until they are a nice golden color. Add a few sliced onions and celery. Cover with water. At the end of cooking, mix. Serve in a soup plate with a little Voatsiperifery wild pepper. Roast some crushed hazelnuts. And sprinkle your soup. Good appetite!

The dish: Leg of lamb with green beans in Voatsiperifery

The roasted leg of lamb is a classic of French cuisine. Accompanied by green beans, it is one of the Sunday dishes par excellence. Here, the leg of lamb and beans are peppered with wild Madagascar pepper. It gives them a unique flavor, without the pronounced spiciness of black pepper, usually used in this recipe.

Dessert: Roasted and spiced exotic fruits

In this dessert with exotic flavors, the Voatsiperifery red pepper brings an aromatic note and a slight spiciness to the fruit. Cut your fruit into cubes and roast them on the grill. Create a homemade syrup by cooking a mango mixed with brown sugar. Once the syrup is thick, coat your fruit. Add a few crushed Voatsiperifery red peppercorns and serve.

How to store Voatsiperifery red pepper berries?

Voatsiperifery pepper is a rare pepper that should be stored in an airtight container. It is best to store it in a dark environment and away from humidity.