Pepper
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Description
Pepper is a spice commonly used in cooking and seasoning. It is typically made from the dried berries of the Piper nigrum plant, a flowering vine native to India and Southeast Asia. Peppercorns, the dried berries, are usually black, white, or green, depending on the stage of ripeness when harvested and the processing method. Physical characteristics: small, hard, spherical berries with a rough surface Function: adds flavor and heat to food Common uses: widely used in various cuisines, particularly in savory dishes, as a seasoning and to enhance flavor Historical context: one of the most traded spices in history, known for its preservative and medicinal properties