Long Pepper

Long Pepper - Ancient Indonesian Ayurvedic SpiceLong Pepper, also known as Indian long pepper or pipli, is an ancient spice predating black pepper in European cuisine. This long pepper (Piper longum) from Indonesia offers a sweet, floral scent with a distinctive bite that intensifies with cooking. Our premium 45g jar of long pepper brings this historic Ayurvedic spice to modern kitchens for seasoning, rubs, curries, and slow-cooked dishes.Ancient History of this Spice Ancient Ayurveda - Indian Ayurvedic texts describe its medicinal and dietary applications Ancient Greece - Introduced to Greece in 6th-5th century BCE Hippocrates - Mentioned as a medicinal plant rather than just a spice Pre-Black Pepper - Europeans used it before black pepper became common Spice Trade - A valuable commodity in ancient spice routes Modern Revival - Rediscovered by chefs for its unique flavor qualities Learn more about long pepper history and ancient trade.Flavor Profile Sweet Floral Scent - Natural sweetness with flower aromatics Distinctive Bite - Peppery heat grows with cooking Complex Heat - Nuanced, sharper than black pepper Earthy Undertones - Deep, grounding flavor notes Intensifies with Cooking - Develops well in slow-cooked recipes Aromatic - Rich fragrance from Indonesian terroir Culinary Applications Dark Meat - Ideal for beef, lamb, venison, or duck Vegetables - Elevates roasted, grilled, or stir-fried vegetables Compotes - Adds layers to fruit compotes and chutneys Desserts - Surprising partner for chocolate, poached fruit, and spiced cakes Curries - Important in Indian and Southeast Asian curry recipes Slow Food Recipes - Ideal for braises, stews, and other slow-cooked meals Spice Rubs - Creates rich rubs for grilled meat dishes How to Use this Pepper Crush Before Use - Break or crush to release oils Long Cooking - Taste deepens in slow cooking Spice Rubs - Grind and mix with salt, garlic, and herbs Infuse Sauces - Add whole or crushed to broths or sauces Toast Lightly - Enhances the sweet floral aromas Mortar & Pestle - Traditional method for best flavor release Ayurvedic Medicine Ayurvedic Texts - Detailed medicinal descriptions Digestive Aid - Traditionally supports digestion Warming Spice - Classified as heating in Ayurveda Respiratory Support - Used in remedies for respiratory health Pippali - Sanskrit name for this spice within Ayurvedic tradition Explore more on Ayurvedic medicine and spice uses.Recipe IdeasBeef Stew with Long Pepper 1kg beef chuck, cubed 6-8 whole long pepper pods, crushed 2 onions, chopped 4 carrots, chunked 3 cups beef stock 2 bay leaves 2 tbsp tomato paste Salt to taste Brown beef, sauté onions, add crushed pods, stock, vegetables, and bay leaves. Simmer 2-3 hours.Spice Rub 3 tbsp crushed long pepper 2 tbsp coarse sea salt 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp cumin Mix then rub on lamb, beef, or duck. Rest 1 hour before grilling or roasting.Spiced Poached Pears 4 pears, peeled 2 cups red wine 1 cup sugar 6 whole pepper pods 1 cinnamon stick 3 cloves Zest of 1 orange Simmer pears in wine with spice and other ingredients until tender.Product SpecificationsSize: 45g / 1.58 oz in premium glass jarOrigin: IndonesiaBotanical Name: Piper longumAlso Known As: Indian long pepper, pipli, pippaliForm: Whole elongated podsFlavor: Sweet floral with distinguished biteBest Uses: Dark meat, vegetables, compotes, desserts, curries, slow-cooked dishesStorage: Airtight jar, cool dry placeShelf Life: 24 months whole podsExplore More Ancient & Exotic Peppers Red Long Pepper 40g - Premium red variety Kampot Black Pepper - PGI certified Cambodian pepper Gourmet Pepper Starter Set - Collection of 6 exotic peppers Browse our complete Kampot Pepper & Worldwide Spices Collection for more premium selections.Shipping & DeliveryShips from Estonia.EU Countries: €5.90 / $6.50 shipping | FREE on orders over €49 / $58 | Delivery: 7-10 business days.Worldwide: €12.90 / $14.99 shipping | FREE on orders over €69 / $79 | Delivery: 15-20 business days.Also explore our Gourmet Salts Collection to complement your spice range.Contact us at shop@spicenslicemarket.com for bulk orders, wholesale inquiries, or questions about our ancient spices.