White Pepper :
White pepper, or sometimes called pepper corn, is a kind of pepper that comes from tropical berries called Piper Nigrum. It is actually made from the seed of the plant, once the fruit flesh is already stripped down. Unlike black peppers, however, the fruit from which white peppers come from are made to ripen fully before they are picked. When they are ready, the fruits (berries) are then soaked in water for several days (about eight days at least). Once the flesh has decomposed and softened, it is rubbed or scraped until the seeds come off. The seeds are then dried up until it becomes grayish or white. After which, it is sold in the market as either whole or grounded white pepper. Compared to black pepper, white peppers do not come with a very strong smell. It is also milder but more pungent in taste than the black kind. White pepper’s flavor is sometimes described as piney. Sometimes white peppers are treated using chemicals and enhancers to make them whiter in color.
These are the kinds that leave a bad taste. Peppers in general are very spicy since they have piperine. But because some elements are removed from that of white peppers, the spiciness is reduced but the flavor increases. White peppers are best used for vegetables, sauces and casseroles. Many recipes with tuna or shrimp in their ingredients also call for white peppers for that added relish and taste. White pepper has low sodium content and contains about 0.2 mg of sodium only. It is therefore ideal for those taking a low sodium diet.
