Al Habib Select Long Black Pepper

Al Habib Select Long Black Pepper (also known as Pippali) is a premium-grade spice made from the dried, elongated flower spikes of the Piper longum plant.

Unlike common round peppercorns, long black pepper features an elongated, cone-like shape and offers a richer, more complex flavor profile:

• Flavor Profile: Combines the sharp, pungent bite of traditional black pepper with warm, sweet, earthy undertones and hints of cardamom, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

• Aroma: Deeply aromatic, woody, and resinous.

• Culinary Uses: Ideal for slow-cooked stews, curries, spice blends (like garam masala), marinades, and gourmet rubs, as well as crushed over roasted vegetables, meats, or fruits.

• Ayurvedic Tradition: Frequently used in traditional herbal wellness practices to support digestion, respiratory vitality, and metabolic health.

It can be used whole in braises or ground on-demand using a pestle, mortar, or spice grinder to release its aromatic oils.