Ingredient

Coated With Black Pepper

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Black pepper is used primarily as a spice and flavoring agent in a vast …

What it is

Black pepper (Piper nigrum) is a flowering vine cultivated for its fruit, known as peppercorns. The peppercorns are typically dried and then ground into a powder or used whole for seasoning. It is one of the most widely traded spices in the world.

Why it's used

Black pepper is used primarily as a spice and flavoring agent in a vast array of savory and some sweet dishes. It adds a pungent, slightly spicy flavor and aroma. Manufacturers use it in processed meats, seasonings, marinades, and spice blends.

Health notes

Black pepper is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It contains piperine, which is responsible for its pungent taste and may affect nutrient absorption. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated black pepper and its extracts. Evidence on health benefits or risks at typical dietary intake levels is mixed, with some studies suggesting antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, while others note potential interactions with medications.

Allergen info

Black pepper is not one of the FDA's nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Coated With Black Pepper

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Chipotle Seasoned Chicken Breast, Chipotle Seasoned Kraft Heinz Foods Company Chipotle Seasoned Chicken Breast, Chipotle Seasoned Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 89kcal 16.1Protein 2.7Fat 1.8Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Hormel, Bacon & Pork Sausage, Maple Black Pepper, Maple Black Pepper Frozen Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 377kcal 20.8Protein 30.2Fat 3.8Carbs The Kroger Co. Peppered Thick Cut Sugar Cured Bacon, Peppered Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 600kcal 40Protein 50Fat 0Carbs Safeway, Inc. Peppered Hickory Smoked Thick Cut Bacon, Peppered Hickory Smoked Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 455kcal 36.4Protein 40.9Fat 0Carbs Field Packing Company Smokemaster's Finest Mesquite Flavored Pork Chops, Mesquite Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 176kcal 24.7Protein 8.2Fat 1.2Carbs Peppered Turkey Breast, Peppered Columbus Manufacturing, Inc. Peppered Turkey Breast, Peppered Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 107kcal 21.4Protein 0Fat 1.8Carbs Niman Ranch Niman Ranch, Uncured Bacon, Pepper, Applewood Smoked, Center Cut Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 467kcal 13.3Protein 46.7Fat 6.7Carbs Zemco Industries Incorporated Sliced Turkey Pastrami Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 107kcal 16.1Protein 4.5Fat 1.8Carbs Sugardale Foods Inc. Uncured Black Pepper Ham Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 107kcal 19.6Protein 2.7Fat 1.8Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Peppered Hardwood Smoked Thick Sliced Bacon, Peppered Bacon, Sausages & Ribs 467kcal 13.3Protein 46.7Fat 0Carbs Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. Herb Encrusted Roast Turkey Breast, Herb Encrusted Roast Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 105kcal 21.1Protein 1.8Fat 1.8Carbs Black Pepper Bacon Wrapped Filet Of Beef, Black Pepper Skylark Meats Inc. Black Pepper Bacon Wrapped Filet Of Beef, Black Pepper Other Meats High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 155kcal 16.9Protein 9.2Fat 0.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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