Black Peppercorns by Fenbrook. Black peppercorns are the dried, unripe fruit of the Piper nigrum plant. They are a member of the Piperaceae family, which also includes chili peppers and kava. Black peppercorns have a strong, pungent flavour that is due to the presence of piperine. Piperine is also responsible for black pepper's health benefits, which include stimulating digestion, increg metabolism, and reducing inflammation. INGREDIENTS Black Peppercorn SAFETY WARNING Packed on premises that handle celery, cereals containing gluten, mustard, peanuts, sesame, soybeans, sulphur dioxide and sulphites and tree nuts (such as almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, brazil nuts, cashews, pecans, pistachios and macadamia nuts). See moreProduced to the highest standards | Suitable for Vegan, Vegetarians. Black peppercorns can be used whole or ground. Whole black peppercorns are often used in stir-fries and curries. Ground black pepper is a common seasoning for meats, vegetables, and sauces. Black peppercorns can also be used to make peppercorn oil, which is a flavourful addition to salad dressings and marinades. Black peppercorns are native to India and have been used as a spice for centuries. They were one of the first spices to be traded by the ancient Romans and Greeks. Black peppercorns were so valuable in the Middle Ages that they were often used as currency. Today, black peppercorns are one of the most popular spices in the world. They are used in a variety of cuisines, including Indian, Chinese, and Southeast Asian cuisine. Black peppercorns are the dried, unripe fruit of the Piper nigrum plant. They are a member of the Piperaceae family, which also includes chili peppers and kava. Black peppercorns have a strong, pungent flavour that is due to the presence of piperine. Piperine is also responsible for black pepper's health benefits, which include stimulating digestion, increg metabolism, and reducing inflammation.