Many people do not understand, do not blame the dish not right

According to data just announced by the General Department of Customs, in September 2024, Vietnam exported 20,000 tons of pepper (pepper), with a value of 125 million USD, up 10.4% in quantity and soared 84.9% in value compared to the same period last year. Generally, May 2024, pepper exports reached 203,000 tons, earning more than 1 billion USD, down 1.5% in volume but an increase of 46.9% in value compared to the same period last year …

In terms of export price, the average in 9 months of 2024 reached 4,941 USD/ton, increasing sharply 49.2% over the same period last year. Notably, only in September 2024, the average price of export pepper reached 6,239 USD/ton, an increase of 67.5% compared to September 2023 and this is also the month to record the highest export price in many years.

White pepper and black pepper are two spices that often appear in our daily cooking. Each type has its own flavor and aroma. Add a little black pepper or white pepper to the dish that can make a big difference in taste. However, there are very few people who understand the difference between black pepper and white pepper. This makes the processing of food become not right, less delicious than when you enjoy at the restaurant (or someone cooking for feeding). Today, let’s talk about the difference between black pepper and white pepper so that they do not use them in the future.

The differences between black pepper and white pepper

Firstly: Both black pepper and white pepper come from the same pepper tree. However, black pepper and white pepper are processed, so it will make a difference in taste. Black pepper is made from ripe pepper, keeping the shell after drying, the seed surface will hunt hard and dark/dark. Meanwhile, white pepper (skull pepper) is made up of beads that have been peeled before drying so they are white. You see, just looking on the outside, white pepper and black pepper are two completely different types.

Score 2: White pepper powder tastes lighter and relatively light flavor. Because the spicy substance in white pepper is mainly concentrated in the skin, after we remove the peel, the spicy will naturally decrease. And black pepper is much more spicy and more stimulating the taste. This is because the spicy substance in black pepper is not only distributed in the shell but also in the seeds. So if you prefer a stronger flavor, black pepper can be more suitable for you. Black pepper powder is suitable for strong spices. And white pepper powder has a slight spicy and less intense, for dishes with gentle flavor, elegant colors and uniform texture like some soup or cream sauce.

Point 3: In addition to the difference in spicy, the aroma of white pepper and black pepper is also different. Black pepper has a typical aroma of wood, can penetrate deeply into food during cooking, helping the dish have a stronger and more layered flavor. In contrast, white pepper powder does not smell this wood and its taste is relatively simple.

Point 4: We often wonder when cooking, how to choose white pepper and black pepper like? This really depends on the specific dish and the requirements of flavor. For example, if you are making stewed chicken or steamed fish, then white pepper will be more suitable. Because the flavor of white pepper is relatively light, it will not cover the taste of the dish, and also has the effect of deodorizing fishy and increases the aroma.

If you are processing dishes with rich flavors such as braised pork, beef stew, … then black pepper will be more suitable. The spicy/strong flavor of black pepper can be very well absorbed into each fiber, making the flavor of the dish become more charming and profound. Moreover, black pepper can deodorize fishy and grease, helping the meat to have a cooler flavor.

In addition, black pepper is especially suitable for cooking methods such as grill and stew. When grilling meat, sprinkle with black pepper to make the meat more fragrant; When stewed, sprinkle with a little black pepper to make the meat softer and more tasty.

Once you have grasped these basic differences, next time you cook, try using white pepper or black pepper depending on the characteristics of the dish! We believe that you will see when adding the right type of pepper to the dishes will make a big difference in the taste of the dish!