CUBEBE PEPPER from JAVA

The Cubebe Pepper, also known as Java Pepper (or Giava) is the fruit of a plant of the Piperaceae family, native to the area of ​​Java and Sumatra.
Although it is not of the pepper family (piper nigrum), it is so called for its aromatic and spicy flavor, even if different from the typical pepper flavor.

Its shape is of a spheroidal grain with a small stalk at the end.
Cubebe pepper has a pleasant and aromatic flavor and a complex taste, similar to that of allspice (that is, of nutmeg and other spices).
It is rare and precious and is highly appreciated in the kitchen.

 
How is Cubebe pepper used?

Pepper cubebe is ideal to accompany white meats, fish and rice.
For its particular and surprising taste it is highly appreciated by gourmet chefs.
Cubebe pepper can also be candied and used in confectionery to amaze in sweet creations with a spicy note.