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Tura Black Pepper

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Experience the bold flavor of our Tura Black Pepper, harvested from the lush Garo rainforest hills of Meghalaya, India.

Renowned for its rich aroma and robust taste, this pepper adds a distinctive kick to any dish. Elevate your culinary creations with the pure, authentic essence of North East India's finest pepper

Naturally grown and harvested with care, this exceptional spice will add depth and warmth to your plate.

Harvest Year: 2024

Origin Story

  • Tura Black Pepper is harvested from the lush Garo rainforest hills of Meghalaya, India. Our black pepper is grown by Miss Dmise DShira, a smallholder farmer where she shares her farm with the Hoolock Gibbons.

    These peppers are part of a family heirloom and families have been growing Black Pepper spanning generations. Ms Shira's maternal relatives passed on Black Pepper farming to her mother and she now cares for the farm. She is vested in natural and ethical farming methods honed over generations.

  • Science Corner

    Botanical Name: Piper Nigrum

    Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is a flowering vine from the Piperaceae family, grown for its fruit, known as peppercorns. These are dried and used as a spice in various forms: black pepper (cooked and dried unripe
    fruit), green pepper (dried unripe fruit), and white pepper (ripe fruit seeds).

    Native to India, black pepper is extensively cultivated in tropical regions and is the world's most traded spice. Its spiciness comes from piperine, which differs from the capsaicin in chili peppers. Black pepper is a
    common seasoning, often paired with salt and found in shakers or mills worldwide.

  • Benefits

    Black pepper, derived from the Piper nigrum plant, offers a range of health benefits beyond its common use as a spice. Rich in piperine, the natural compound responsible for its pungent taste, black pepper serves as a potent antioxidant that can help reduce the risk of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders.

    In addition to its antioxidant properties, black pepper enhances the bioavailability of nutrients, meaning it helps the body absorb more vitamins and minerals from food. This makes it a valuable addition to any meal, significantly boosting the nutritional value of your diet.

    Black pepper also promotes digestive health by stimulating the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which aids in digestion and reduces discomfort associated with gas and bloating.

  • History

    Black pepper, native to South Asia and Southeast Asia, has been integral to Indian cuisine since at least 2000 BCE. Historically, it was primarily sourced from India's Malabar Coast, which was famous for exporting spices to the Roman Empire. Pepper was highly valued, often referred to as "black gold" and even used as a form of currency. The spice trade was significant in ancient and medieval times, with black pepper being a key commodity in Roman and European markets.

    As European access to pepper increased, its price gradually declined, making it more accessible to the general population. Today, black pepper remains a widely used spice, accounting for a significant portion of the global spice trade.

Lab Test Results

Our spices are tested in a government approved lab in the country of origin for typical contaminants

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Customer Reviews

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B.K. (Fremont, CA)
Excellent Tea Shop

We ordered some Oolong tea from Taiwan from Living Roots, they showed up on our doorstep much sooner than we expected. The presentation & packaging of the tea is of excellent quality, not to mention the tea itself. It is fresh and the aroma is out of this world. Definitely, it is the place to get our tea supplies from now on!

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J.K. (Austin, TX)
Fresh and flavorful, highly recommend

The pepper corns were very fresh, crisp and packed a strong flavorful taste. Adding a small quantity enhanced the flavor of my dish; unlike store-bought pepper. After a long time, I actually felt the flavor of fresh pepper in the food I cooked.

Processing was fast, item shipped within one business day after ordering. Packaging was adequate and arrived without damage.

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Neha Nanda (San Francisco, CA)
Loved the spices!!

Black peppercorns were uniformly dark, flavorful, fresh and spicier. Definite upgrade from other store bought brands. Beautiful packaging. Loved the ‘thank you note’ and added extras. Can’t wait to try all the teas.

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