Description
- Piper Longum, also known as Pippali or long pepper , Native to India, closely related to black pepper
- Long pepper is mostly used in the cooking of non-vegetarian items like Biryanis, kababs and many others.
- It is used in Malaysian and Indonesian and other Asian cuisines. Long pepper has been used as a traditional herb. It has warm and hot nature
- Purported health benefits include digestive support, respiratory health, and potential anti-inflammatory properties
Piper Longum, also known as Pippali or long pepper, is a flowering vine native to India and closely related to black pepper. Its small, brownish-black cylindrical spikes, resembling black peppercorns, are used in whole form. In culinary applications, Pippali adds a unique flavor profile to dishes, described as earthy, musky, and complex, distinct from regular black pepper. Commonly used in Indian cuisine, it can be employed whole or ground to season various dishes. Beyond culinary uses, Piper Longum holds significance in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurveda, where it's believed to offer several health benefits. These purported benefits include support for digestion, respiratory health, and potential anti-inflammatory properties. However, while it's valued in traditional medicine, scientific evidence supporting its medicinal claims is limited, and caution is advised when using herbal remedies for medicinal purposes.