Muntok White Pepper - Indonesia

What is white Muntok pepper?

The name of white Muntok pepper comes from the town near where it is grown. It is located in Indonesia, more precisely on the island of Bangka. This idyllic place is a favourable land for the development of the piper negrum, a liana which offers us magnificent pepper berries. The white Muntok pepper has made a long journey to reach our plates. While the Arabs imported it to make a currency, Vasco de Gama immediately understood the taste interest of this pepper and brought it back to Europe.

What is the flavour of white Muntok pepper?

The taste buds of pepper lovers will be seduced by this spice which has animal notes and a lively nose. Bring a sweet and elegant flavour to your cooking with this Indonesian pepper that is not lacking in interest. Let its warm aromas bewitch you and give your kitchen that extra sparkle that will make all the difference.

Harvesting of white Muntok pepper in plantations

It is on the hills near Muntok that this pepper is cultivated in the purest of traditions. It grows on a creeper and is picked by hand by local producers. Then the peppercorns are placed in the surrounding streams so that the peel of the peppercorns disappears. Then the white Muntok pepper is spread on the trampled ground to remove the last pieces of skin. Washed again, they are then dried in the sun to obtain this beautiful colour.

How to use white Muntok pepper in cooking?

In the kitchen, the delicacy of this pepper will revolutionize all your plates. As soon as you start your meal, it appears to spice up your foie gras. If you are preparing your homemade foie gras, don't hesitate to add white Muntok pepper to your recipe with a little salt, it will be wonderful with your guests. Then, if this pepper goes perfectly with red or white meats (beef, lamb, pork, turkey, chicken, etc.), it will quickly become the star of your fish dishes. A delicious pikeperch with a Muntok white pepper butter sauce, a hollandaise sauce with a cod back, you will love this Indonesian pepper. The Muntok white pepper also invites itself to the dessert. You will love it on a lightly caramelized pear pie or on a homemade tiramisu.

The health benefits of white Muntok pepper

White Muntok pepper, like all peppers, is known for its various virtues. First of all it is a perfect ally for your digestion as it stimulates the secretion of gastric juices. The piperine it contains helps to fight against depression. Pepper is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Preservation of white Muntok pepper

I deliver my white Muntok pepper in a resealable airtight bag. I advise you to keep it away from light and moisture, in a cupboard or drawer. You can also put it immediately in an opaque pepper pot to grind it.