Spices: Black Pepper
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What it is
Black pepper is the dried, unripe fruit of the Piper nigrum vine, native to South Asia. It is typically harvested, dried, and then ground into a powder or used whole as peppercorns. It has a pungent, spicy flavor.
Why it's used
Black pepper is primarily used as a spice and flavoring agent in a wide variety of savory and sometimes sweet dishes. Manufacturers add it to enhance taste and provide a characteristic heat.
Health notes
Black pepper is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It contains piperine, which may affect nutrient absorption. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated black pepper. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary consumption.
Allergen info
Black pepper is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.
Products containing Spices: Black Pepper
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Vegetable Seasoning For Goulash
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
119kcal
9.3Protein
7.6Fat
3.0Carbs
Wellshire Farms, Inc.
Sugar Free Dry Rubbed Fully Cooked Uncured Bacon, Sugar Free Dry Rubbed
545kcal
36.4Protein
45.5Fat
0Carbs
Bi-Lo Inc.
Three Meat A Rising Crust Topped With Zesty Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese,Pepperoni Made With Pork And Beef, Sausage Made With Pork, And Seasoned Beef Rising Crust Pizza, Three Meat
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
227kcal
10.6Protein
9.2Fat
26.2Carbs
Schnuck Markets, Inc.
Original Five Cheese Thin Crust Pizza, Mozzarella, Cheddar, Asiago, Parmesan & Romano
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
237kcal
12.2Protein
7.9Fat
29.5Carbs
Wakefern Food Corporation
Four Cheese Mozzarella, Asiago, Parmesan & Romano Cheeses Rising Crust Pizza, Four Cheese
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
216kcal
9.7Protein
5.2Fat
31.3Carbs
Wakefern Food Corporation
Pepperoni Rising Crust Pizza, Pepperoni
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
223kcal
10Protein
7.7Fat
30Carbs
Wakefern Food Corporation
Margherita Mozzarella Cheese, Tomatoes, Basil, Parmesan Cheese & Tomato Basil Sauce Thin Crust Pizza, Margherita
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
222kcal
8.9Protein
6.7Fat
32.6Carbs