Long Pepper | Pipramul Powder

Long Pepper Powder or Pipramul Powder is ground form of Long Pepper, sometimes called Pipli, Pipramul or Piaramul, cultivated from a flowering vine in the family Piperaceae. Long pepper is native to India. The Major producers of Long Pepper are India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and South East Asian Region.

Description:

Long Pepper Powder has a taste similar to its close relatives like black and white pepper powder, but hotter than they do. The Powder is derived from rhizoid, which is similar to the ginger root. The characteristics odor and flavor of long Pepper is caused by a mixture of zingerone, shogoals, and gingerols, volatile oils that compose one to three percent of the weight of fresh long pepper. The Long pepper contains the alkaloid piperine, which contributes to their pungency.

Storage:

Long Pepper Powder can be stored in an airtight container away from moisture, heat, and sunlight. They will remain fresh and vibrantly flavored for about one year.

Uses:

Long pepper powder is an ingredient used in Indian and South Asian cuisine. They are mostly used in the cooking of Biryanis, kebabs, Vegetable pickles etc. It is widely used in Malaysian and Indonesian cuisines. They are also used as a traditional medicine for a long time.

Health Benefits:

There are many Health’s Benefits mentioned below,

• Cure Insomnia
• Cure Headache
• Cure Tooth Problem
• Cure Heart Problem
• Cure Piles
• Cure Migraine
• Cure Asthma
• Cure Diabetes
• Cure Diarrhea
• Cure Fever
• Improve Digestion
• Reduce Inflammation
• Prevent Bacterial Infections
• Reduce Weight

Nutritional Value of Long Pepper Powder:

Nutritional Value of Long Pepper Powder contains per 100gms is mentioned below:

Energy                                310 kcal

Carbohydrates                    66 g

Fiber         8 g

Fat                                       2 g

Protein                                 6 g

Minerals

Calcium                               1230 mg

Iron                                      62 mg

Phosphorus                          190 mg

Properties:

Form: Powder

Color: Blackish Gray

Taste:  Sweet and pungent