Green peppercorns appear smooth and shiny, in contrast to black
peppercorns that are wrinkly and rough. This is because green
peppercorns are harvested long before maturity and are not permitted to
ferment during the drying process. While green peppercorns are sometimes
pickled in brine to prevent fermentation, they are also freeze-dried or
air-dried and sold as a spice to be used whole or cracked.
Our Whole dried green peppercorns for sale are the type used to make peppercorn
sauces served with roasted chicken, seafood or Steak au Poivre. Green
peppercorns are also used in Thai, Cajun and Creole cuisines.
Discover more about green peppercorn in our newsletter archive A Passion
for Pepper from July 2014. Learn about different kinds of
peppercorn, about the historical role of this peppercorn spice and more recipe suggestions for all kinds of Piper nigrum.