These are Sarawak white peppercorns, from the Malaysian island of Borneo. White peppercorns are soaked in water to remove the black outer shell. Their flavor, while still distinctly peppery, is quite different from that of black peppercorns. The soaking gives these white peppercorns a mellow, slightly fermented taste. White pepper is strongly preferred over black pepper in European and Southeast Asian kitchens. In this country we consume about twelve times as much black pepper as white, while in Europe the ratios are reversed. Ground white pepper virtually disappears in most dishes, allowing the introduction of fine flavor without marring the presentation of light-colored sauces and dishes. While grinding whole peppercorns as needed is the best way to get peak flavor, we also offer a finely ground white pepper.
White peppercorns
Processing
ground
Taste Notes
mellow, fermented, peppery
Perfect For
light-colored sauces, southeast asian cuisine
Diet & Lifestyle
Kosher, MSG-free
Review Summary
36 reviews
Customers love the fragrant aroma, gentle heat, and mild, slightly sweet bite that adds depth without bitterness. Many say it makes a noticeable difference when used instead of black pepper, especially in white sauces, gravies, poultry, pasta, egg salad, and Asian dishes. The fine grind and robust flavor help recipes taste more polished and balanced.
I consider myself a good amateur cook but since using this white pepper my dishes have been elevated to a new level. I give full credit to the pepper! Fantastic quality.
This is my 5th reorder.
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Claudia L.
Refreshing Spices
White pepper is a go to for me so I always have it in my pantry. My bottle had lost it’s pizzazz so it was time to replace the old with new.
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Cheryl M.
Amazing
This is the only white pepper that I will use from now on. I have always enjoyed cooking with and using white pepper but this product has really elevated the experience. i did not know what white pepper was supposed to taste like until I used this from The Spice House.
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Sharon S.
Great Pop of flavor
Great taste, ground perfectly.
Would like the top to be smaller holes instead of the large
It's on my reorder list