Red Kampot Pepper IGP - Grinder

This is where you will buy the best Kampot PGI red pepper online in a refillable grinder. Cambodia offers you the most pepper, red pepper which comes from piper nigrum. It is a pepper with character, fruity notes for an intense culinary journey.

Potency of Pepper: 6/10
Main notes: Fruity and Floral
Use: Ideal for all savory dishes
Origin: Cambodia

If you are wondering where to find the most fragrant pepper in the world, it is Kampot red pepper. A pepper with a rare intensity of great quality and at the best price per kilo. Discover our Kampot red pepper mill and our refillable mill.

Conditionnement

Reference PRKM

€8.97

Meticulous Harvest

Once ripe, the red peppercorn's pericarp becomes crumbly and fragile: each berry must be carefully hand-picked, corn by corn.

Double PGI

First Cambodian product certified PGI (2010), then recognized by the European Union in 2016 — standing alongside Champagne.

Fruity Sweetness

A progressive, non-aggressive heat driven by the natural fructose of the ripe berry. Notes of Morello cherry, honey, and orange peel.

It is the second pepper, after long pepper, that can replace Madagascar vanilla in my recipes. It is part of my list of the best peppers in the world, as each peppercorn is unique with every use. Kampot red pepper is harvested at a more advanced stage of ripeness than black or white pepper from the same terroir.

Savor the exception with red peppercorns selected for their quality and aromatic power. Each twist of the mill releases a rare bouquet of flavors, promising to captivate your senses and add a touch of exoticism to every dish. After more than five years of research and collaboration with renowned chefs in Brazil, I am proud to offer you this exceptional pepper.

Le Comptoir de Toamasina offers a range of over 25 peppers to take your taste buds on a journey, because red peppercorns are unique.

A Rarity Explained by the Peppercorn

Unlike black pepper (harvested green before maturity), red pepper requires the berry to ripen fully on the vine. However, once completely ripe, the berry's pericarp becomes crumbly and fragile—it tears or crushes easily at the slightest shock. It is this fragility, far more than simple sorting, that necessitates an entirely manual harvest, grain by grain, and explains the relative rarity of this color compared to black or white.

What you will see in this video

Arnaud presents the Kampot Red Pepper PGI in a refillable mill.

Comparative Sensory Analysis

Kampot Red vs White vs Black

Same terroir, three maturation stages, three distinct personalities

Fruity · Candied

Sweet · Honeyed

Woody · Earthy

Spicy (Piperine)

Red (Ours)

Kampot White

Kampot Black

The buffering power of fructose: unlike ordinary peppers that cause an immediate burn, Kampot red deploys a progressive and rounded heat. The natural sugars and essential oils of the ripe pericarp envelop the piperine and slow its release onto the mouth's receptors—hence this almost sweet, never aggressive attack.

Kampot Red · White · Black

Technical Sheet

What You Receive

Country of OriginCambodia (Kampot)
Botanical SpeciesPiper nigrum
IngredientsKampot Red Pepper PGI
Aromatic Power6/10
Main NotesFruity and floral
UsageSweet and savory dishes
AllergenNone
Possible TracesNone
PackagingRefillable Mill
LogisticsPrepared within 24h - Delivered within 48h

What are the flavors of Kampot red pepper?

Kampot Red Pepper is renowned for its complex and captivating flavors. With aromas reminiscent of fruit compote, it offers nuances of Morello cherry and candied cherries that delight the senses from the very first contact. On the palate, it reveals sweet and soft flavors, enhanced by subtle touches of vanilla and citrus, notably orange peel. It finishes on a delicate sweet note.

Although less intense than Kampot black pepper, its subtle heat adds a refined touch to dishes, providing a balanced and sophisticated culinary experience. That is why I use it in my recipes to replace vanilla: its flavor complexity ends on a delicate sweet note, making it an ideal ally for sweet-and-savory dishes as well as desserts.

Two cultivars, and nothing else: the PGI specifications

The PGI specifications prohibit the introduction of any exogenous variety: propagation is carried out exclusively by cuttings from local mother vines, originating from two historical cultivars. Kamchay (small leaves), which grows slowly, offers a high density of berries and a very strong concentration of essential oils. Lampong (or Belantoeung, large leaves), which is more vigorous, offers higher yields and a more direct, frank heat.

The Thermal Secret: From Red Berry to Dry Peppercorn

Harvested grain by grain (March-May): the berries ripen fully on the vine, load up on natural fructose, and take on their cherry red hue.
Manual sorting: on the very day of the harvest, the bunches are destemmed by hand, the red berries separated from the green and yellow ones with absolute rigor.
Scalding, the secret of color: the berries are immersed in boiling water at 100°C for exactly 5 minutes. This thermal shock disinfects the surface and inactivates the browning enzymes (polyphenol oxidases) that would turn the berry black, as is the case for classic black pepper.
Drying below 55°C: the berries dry for 3 to 4 days under shaded and ventilated structures. Above 55°C, aromatic compounds degrade rapidly, and the pepper loses its complex fruity and floral notes.

Buy Kampot red pepper at the best price in its mill

As an expert in the world of peppers, I wanted to offer my customers a pepper in 4 different packages. A package for every use, for every budget, and above all, for everyone. All our packaging is produced in the EU; we work with packaging made in Holland for the bottles.

Here are the 4 packages for our Kampot red pepper

Kampot Red Pepper in a Glass Jar
Kampot Red Pepper in a Refillable Mill
Kampot Red Pepper in an Economy Pouch
Kampot Red Pepper at the best price by the kilo

How to use Kampot red pepper

Kampot Red Pepper is renowned for its exceptional quality and unique flavor, steeped in the Cambodian terroir.

Slow cooking and stews: the fruity aromas are fully revealed in stews, providing an unparalleled depth of flavor.
Meat pairings: its sweet flavor, enhanced with touches of mint resin and eucalyptus, pairs beautifully with robust meats like pork and poultry.
A twist in desserts: sprinkle freshly ground pepper on apple or pear compotes, or mix it into a chocolate mousse or vanilla ice cream.
Asian inspirations: use it to season traditional Asian dishes, where it will add a spicy and fragrant dimension.

Golden Rule: never cook it directly—prolonged heat destroys its delicate volatile oils and leaves only the raw heat. Crush it in a mortar or grind it coarsely at the last moment, directly onto the plate.

8 Inspiring Recipes with Kampot Red Pepper

Beef Carpaccio: thinly slice beef fillet, season with salt, olive oil, and a generous amount of freshly ground red pepper. Serve with arugula and parmesan shavings.
Mushroom Risotto: prepare a classic risotto and add a pinch of red pepper at the end of cooking.
Roast Chicken: rub a whole chicken with butter, crushed garlic, and Kampot red pepper. Roast until the skin is crispy and golden.
Salmon Tartare: finely chop fresh salmon, season with lemon, dill, shallot, and red pepper.
Red Pepper Steak: sear a steak in a pan, deglaze with cognac, and add cream for a smooth sauce.
Mango and Shrimp Salad: mix cooked shrimp and mango slices with a citrus vinaigrette and red pepper.
Fresh Goat Cheese: crumble fresh goat cheese, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with red pepper.
Dark Chocolate Mousse: incorporate a pinch of red pepper into a traditional chocolate mousse for a surprising spicy touch.

How to store Kampot red pepper

Cool, dry place: moisture and heat accelerate the loss of its aromas.
Away from light: light degrades the pepper's aromatic compounds.
Airtight container: prevents air and moisture from coming into contact with the pepper.
Whole peppercorns: store whole peppercorns and grind them only right before use.

Authenticity: How to recognize a true Kampot

Due to its value, Kampot pepper is frequently subject to counterfeiting. To be certified authentic, the packaging must include the collective Kampot Pepper PGI logo, the Cambodian national Geographical Indications logo, a unique individual batch number tracing the pepper back to the original farm plot, and the words "Protected Geographical Indication." The Kampot Pepper Promotion Association (KPPA) conducts strict audits at every stage of the production chain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Kampot red pepper so rare?

Once fully ripe, the peppercorn's pericarp becomes crumbly and fragile, which requires an entirely manual harvest, grain by grain, making mechanized harvesting impossible.

Why does red pepper have such a mild heat?

The natural fructose of the ripe berry envelops the piperine and slows its release, creating a progressive heat rather than an immediate burn.

Which cultivars are authorized by the PGI?

Only two: Kamchay (small leaves) and Lampong/Belantoeung (large leaves), propagated exclusively by local cuttings.

How can I recognize authentic Kampot pepper?

Look for the collective Kampot Pepper PGI logo, the Cambodian national GI logo, a unique batch number, and the PGI mention on the packaging.

"One twist of the mill, and all the rarity of Kampot is released—Morello cherry, honey, orange peel, and a heat that never burns."

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PGI Cambodia 2010 · PGI EU 2016 · Piper nigrum · Arnaud Sion Selection