Borneo Vanilla Pepper

Borneo Vanilla Pepper

Q: Is Borneo Vanilla Pepper sweet?

It is savory with a gentle vanilla roundness—no sugary sweetness.

Q: Can I use a regular pepper mill?

Yes. Use a medium or coarse setting, or crush in a mortar and pestle.

Q: When should I add it?

Add late or at the table to preserve bright green-pepper aroma and vanilla notes.

Green pepper & vanilla — aromatic finishing blend

This specialty blend combines green peppercorns (picked unripe for fresh, herbal brightness) with natural vanilla for a distinctive profile: minty-fresh heat wrapped in creamy, sweet warmth. It’s an elegant finishing pepper for meat, fish, vegetables and delicate sauces.

Profile: fresh, herbal pepper; gentle minty lift; soft vanilla sweetness
Heat: medium (clean, non-harsh)
Best use: grind or crush just before serving; add late to protect aroma

Aroma & Taste

Green pepper brings bright, grassy notes and tidy warmth; vanilla softens the edges with a round, creamy finish. Together they read vivid yet refined—excellent when you want perfume without overpowering heat.

Culinary Uses & Pairings

Fish & seafood: finish seared tuna, salmon, scallops or prawns; great on white fish with lemon butter.
Meat: crush over steak, veal or pork chops; delicious on roast chicken.
Sauces: green pepper sauce, beurre blanc, cream reductions; add off-heat.
Vegetables & salads: asparagus, mushrooms, potato purée; fold into vinaigrettes.
Sweet-savory: a pinch lifts pumpkin, carrot or parsnip purées and mild cheeses.

How to Use

Grind/coarsely crush: medium–coarse to preserve volatile aromas.
Bloom gently: warm briefly (10–15 s) in butter or oil, then add liquid; avoid browning.
Timing: finish late or at the table for the brightest vanilla-pepper lift.

Dosage & Kitchen Ratios

Finishing: 1/8–1/4 tsp freshly cracked per portion.
Sauces: 1/2–1 tsp cracked per 250 ml (1 cup) cream/stock.
Dry rubs: 1 tsp per 250 g (9 oz) meat, blended with salt and herbs.

Ingredients & Allergens

Ingredients: Green peppercorns (Piper nigrum), vanilla (Vanilla spp.).

Allergens: none mandatory in EN labeling for these ingredients.

Storage & Shelf Life

Store airtight, cool, dry and away from light. Best aroma within 12–18 months. Grind only what you need.

FAQ

Is Borneo Vanilla Pepper sweet?
It’s savory-first with a gentle vanilla roundness—no sugary sweetness.

Can I use a regular pepper mill?
Yes—choose a medium or coarse setting, or crush in a mortar & pestle.

When should I add it?
Add late or at the table to preserve the fresh green-pepper and vanilla notes.

Created in collaboration with a French chef.

Merchant contact: Orlandosidee — Spice Shop (see site imprint for full company details). Email: info(at)orlandosidee.de