Organic Malabar White Peppercorns

The king of spices in a delicate version, with a light and aromatic flavour

A pure and refined minced meat, perfect for enhancing sauces, creams and white meats.

Malabar White Pepper from Les Jardins de Gaïa

Les Jardins de Gaïa's Organic Malabar White Peppercorns are a refined, pale version of the king of spices. They are the fruit of a tropical vine, harvested when ripe and then soaked to remove the red outer layer. The peppercorns are then bleached in the sun, creating the characteristic white pepper. The Malabar region of southern India is the historic birthplace of pepper. With a delicate and aromatic flavor, milder than black pepper, they are ideal for flavoring white sauces, creams, and poultry without visually interfering with light-colored dishes. They are sourced from associations of small producers in India and Sri Lanka, in accordance with fair trade principles. A genuine and prized spice, freshly ground to release its full aroma.
 
 
 

The roots of this pepper are deep in the history of Malabar

Pepper has always been considered the "king of spices," and the Malabar region, on the southwest coast of India, is its historic birthplace. From here, pepper was shipped on ships and caravans to ancient Rome and Europe, where it was so precious it was worth as much as gold. White pepper, in particular, shares the same plant as black pepper—Piper nigrum—but differs in its processing: the grains are harvested when ripe and their outer husk removed, resulting in a softer, less pungent flavor. Historically prized in fine cuisines for its elegant color and flavor, white pepper is a classy choice for more delicate dishes. Les Jardins de Gaïa preserves its authenticity with an organic and fair trade supply chain, faithful to this noble tradition.
 
 
 

Choosing Malabar White Pepper means taking care of yourself

Like black pepper, white pepper is rich in piperine, the active ingredient that determines its flavor. Piperine is known to aid digestion by stimulating the production of gastric juices and for its antioxidant properties. Piperine also increases the absorption of other nutrients and active ingredients. Its more delicate flavor makes it particularly suitable for those seeking a less pungent aromatic touch, ideal even for the most sensitive palates. Its subtle aroma allows you to flavor dishes while reducing the use of salt, benefiting a more balanced diet. Freshly ground pepper preserves all its essential oils. Its organic origin guarantees a pure, high-quality spice.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: Malabar White Peppercorns

• IN WHITE SAUCES AND CREAMS — Its chromatic discretion makes it irreplaceable. It flavors a béchamel sauce, a white sauce, or a cream without dark spots, enhancing preparations such as a cream soup. Organic White Cauliflower or enriching the cream with Organic Mountain Parmigiano Reggiano DOP 24 months.
• ON WHITE MEATS AND FISH — Its delicate aroma enhances the subtle flavors. A fresh grind on a Free Range Chicken Breast or on a fish fillet it enriches the flavour without covering it, with elegance and moderation.
• AN ORIGINAL TOUCH IN ICE CREAM AND SWEET CREAMS — Surprising in dessert: a few turns of the grinder and your white pepper ice creams will become unforgettable. Try it on cream or vanilla ice cream for a refined and unexpected contrast.

The Producer: Les Jardins de Gaïa

Les Jardins de Gaïa has always offered organic teas, herbal teas, and spices with natural, certified flavors. The company is particularly demanding with its suppliers, requiring the use of certified organic aromatic solvents and carriers, and collaborates with small-scale producers' associations in pursuit of fair trade. A transparent and ethical supply chain, certified organic since 1994, brings pure, high-quality spices to the table.
 
 
 

Ingredients

Malabar White Pepper*.
*From organic farming.
 
 
 

Certifications

Organic (certified since 1994). Fair trade. Origin: small-scale producer associations in the Malabar region, South India, and Sri Lanka.
 
 
 

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