Ingredient

Peppercorn

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Peppercorns are primarily used as a spice to add a pungent, hot flavor to …

What it is

Peppercorns are the dried berries of the Piper nigrum vine, native to South Asia. They are harvested when green, then dried, which causes them to turn black. Black pepper is one of the most common spices worldwide.

Why it's used

Peppercorns are primarily used as a spice to add a pungent, hot flavor to foods. They are found in a wide variety of savory dishes, including meats, vegetables, sauces, and soups. They can be used whole, cracked, or ground.

Health notes

Peppercorns are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Piperine, the compound that gives black pepper its pungency, has been studied for potential health effects, but evidence is mixed and more research is needed. JECFA has evaluated piperine and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).

Allergen info

Peppercorns are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Peppercorn

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Victorias, Spanish Style Bangus (Philippine Milkfish) In Oil VICTORIAS Victorias, Spanish Style Bangus (Philippine Milkfish) In Oil Fish & Seafood 214kcal 17.9Protein 14.3Fat 1.8Carbs Panang Curry Paste, Panang Curry JANSALA &FOODS LLC Panang Curry Paste, Panang Curry Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 222kcal 0Protein 11.1Fat 22.2Carbs Dairyfood USA, Inc. Gourmet Cheese Wedges, Peppercorn Cheese 132kcal 10.5Protein 7.9Fat 5.3Carbs Premium Pepper Sauce, Mild Owens Family Foods LLC Premium Pepper Sauce, Mild Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Pasta Sauce, Creamy Roasted Garlic Peppercorn Alfredo Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 237kcal 5.1Protein 20.3Fat 8.5Carbs Taste Of Inspirations, Blackened Cajun Rub Delhaize America, Inc. Taste Of Inspirations, Blackened Cajun Rub Herbs & Spices 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 200Carbs Olivier Olive Oil Products Inc. Olivier Napa Valley, Charcuterie Mustard Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 100kcal 6.7Protein 6.7Fat 10Carbs Olivier Olive Oil Products Inc. Italian Dipping Oil With Balsamic Vinegar Dips & Salsa 714kcal 0Protein 71.4Fat 14.3Carbs Spicemode Spicemode, Madras Handcrafted Medium Cooking Sauce Other Cooking Sauces High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 80kcal 1.8Protein 2.2Fat 13.4Carbs Dairyfood USA, Inc. Dairyfood USA, Inc, Gourmet Cheese Spread, Brie & Peppercorn, Brie & Peppercorn Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 10.7Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Wei-Chuan U S A Inc. Stewed Beef Noodle Soup With Tomato Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 67% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 113kcal 5.2Protein 4.4Fat 12.7Carbs Souperb Butternut Squash With Cumin Extraordinary Good Soup, Butternut Squash With Cumin Other Soups High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 48kcal 0.4Protein 3.1Fat 5.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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