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Cubebe Pepper (Tailed Pepper)
Cubed pepper with a fresh aroma and at the same time minty. Cubèbe Pepper is an excellent pepper, a gourmet pepper. The Cuban Pepper or Pepper with tail is very tasty with tasty notes and with a taste of fresh mint naturally. It is an ideal pepper to sprinkle with cavaillon melons.
- Pepper power: 4/10
- Main Notes: Menthol and Eucalyptus Notes
- Use: Salad, dessert and Asian cuisine
- Origin: South India and Indonesia
Discover the cubèbe pepper, pepper with tail which will make your food travel in a creative kitchen with its unique notes. A rare pepper. Buy cubèbe at the best in our pepper counter.
Unique Flavor
A magnificent note of mint, resin and a subtle bitterness. A pepper that hardly burns the palate.
Indonesia Origin
Grown on the lands of Java and Sumatra, this terroir gives cubeb its distinctive character and aromatic power.
Total Versatility
Ideal for melon, sorbets, chocolate and Asian cuisine. It can even replace vanilla in some recipes.
Read the history of pepper to discover the story of the King of Portugal in his discovery of this black gold. You should know that the fascinating world of Cubeb pepper, an intriguing spice with a captivating character, has conquered palates all over the world.
Appreciated for its distinctive aroma and slightly spicy flavor, Cubeb pepper has become a popular ingredient, especially in Asian cuisine. Le Comptoir de Toamasina is the online grocery store specializing in the best spices, cubeb pepper, vanilla beans, rare peppers, peppercorns and flavors of the world.
In our Shop of flavors and rare peppers, you can buy the best cubeb pepper online. Cubeb pepper is a peppercorn grown in Indonesia. The soil of Indonesia gives this pepper completely unique characteristics and flavor. With cubeb we rediscover the world of pepper.
Buy our cubeb peppercorns at Le Comptoir de Toamasina and forget everything you know about the world of pepper. You will discover a pepper with a unique flavor, for creative cooking. Feel free to discover cubeb pepper by the kilo, our packaging for professionals.
Sensory Analysis
Comparative Aromatic Profile
Cubeb · Black Pepper · Long Pepper
Three "peppers" with completely opposite characters
Global Analysis of the 3 Peppers
Cubeb Tailed Pepper in a few words
Cubeb pepper, also known as tailed pepper, is a pepper variety native to the regions of Java and Sumatra. It is the fruit of a perennial climbing plant of the Piperaceae family. Cubeb peppercorns, dark in color and elongated in shape, are distinguished by their characteristic little tail, hence their name.
Cubeb pepper is widely appreciated for its distinct aroma, often described as a cross between black pepper and cloves. Its slightly fruity and spicy taste makes it a versatile ingredient to enhance a variety of dishes, from meat dishes to vegetarian dishes and spice blends like ras el hanout.
Product Description
- Product: Cubeb pepper or tailed pepper
- Packaging: in bottles and bags by the gram and kilo
- Characteristics: It is mildly spicy with a dominant mint note and a hint of bitterness
- Origin: Indonesia (Java, Sumatra), Ceylon
- Other available packaging: Cubeb pepper in a mill
The pepper route of Le Comptoir de Toamasina and Arnaud
Cubeb pepper is somewhat the new star of Le Comptoir de Toamasina, because it can also replace vanilla. It is a pepper that is little known in Europe and France, yet it is a peppercorn with great taste. We love it for its intense flavor. It is true that it can be used from starters to dessert.
Our cubeb will be characterized by a symphony of intense flavors for an incredible culinary journey. At Le Comptoir de Toamasina, we want to sell you the best cubeb pepper for creative everyday cooking. Cubeb tailed pepper takes you to the island of Borneo, to Java, Sumatra for a dive into Asian cuisine.
It is the fruit of a vine, Piper Cubeba, it is a pepper like black pepper, but for purists only piper nigrum can have the name pepper. Its harvesting is done by hand with care. It has a grain with a long stalk that can be as large as the diameter of the grain. As with all peppers, you can use it in both savory and sweet cooking.
The history of cubeb pepper
The use of piper cubeba (its scientific name) has been known since the dawn of time in China. It is widely used for its benefits on respiratory problems in traditional Chinese medicine.
It was the Arabs who imported cubeb pepper to Europe in the Middle Ages. It is a pepper that would become very rare in the 17th century, because the King of Portugal, who reigned supreme on the pepper route, banned it to favor black pepper.
It was initially nowhere to be found in Europe in the 19th century and remains very little known today, although tailed pepper is still widely used in the Maghreb.
Le Comptoir de Toamasina is the undisputed French specialist in the intoxicating world of exotic peppers. Among our collection of aromatic treasures, we are proud to present our jewel: Cubeb Pepper.
Looking for a new spice to enhance salads, melons and Asian dishes, our creator Arnaud set out on a tasting journey. It was while traveling in Asia that he discovered this pepper. He found it in 2014 and was introduced to the art of using it in cooking. Because it is a pepper that is not used like all other peppers.
This pepper is distinguished by a unique aromatic power, unfolding refreshing notes of mint and eucalyptus. What makes it truly unique is its non-spicy character, offering a captivating alternative for lovers of subtle flavors. However, its magic lies in its delicate use. It is highly recommended to use it sparingly to avoid any unwanted bitterness. In addition, it is crucial to never subject this aromatic treasure to excessive heat.
How to use cubeb in cooking and baking?
Tailed pepper gets its name from the little tail attached to its seed. Be careful not to confuse it with Madagascar wild pepper (Voatsiperifery). Cubeb pepper can be used crushed, ground or whole.
Like the vast majority of peppers, cubeb pepper can be used in savory or sweet cooking. It is a pepper used in a marinade, sprinkled on an ostrich steak, smoked salmon, Indonesian cuisine as well as in rice dishes. Compared to other peppers, tailed pepper should be sprinkled at the end of cooking or even directly on the plate. Be careful, the pepper can turn bitter if heated for too long.
Bitterness in today's cooking: Today, bitter is a flavor that many can no longer enjoy. But bitter is delicious if it is well balanced. A few notes of bitterness in a savory or sweet recipe is the sign that our gastronomy is subtle. The note of bitterness is what will give depth to the flavors, and which will highlight all the other final notes of the dish. We find a superb example of a highly appreciated bitterness in our Bitter Orange Peel powder, and in our Cubeb peppercorns.
Recipe ideas with cubeb pepper
10 incredible recipes by Chef Arnaud:
- Cubeb Peppered Salmon: Marinate fillets with crushed Cubeb Pepper, lime zest, and olive oil. Bake in the oven.
- Melon and Feta Salad: Melon cubes, crumbled feta. Season with ground Cubeb, olive oil, and fresh mint.
- Asian Skewers: Chicken marinated in sweet soy sauce with Cubeb Pepper, then grilled.
- Beef Carpaccio: Thin slices, crushed Cubeb Pepper, parmesan shavings, capers and olive oil.
- Vegetable Rice Pilaf: Cook rice pilaf adding whole Cubeb Pepper during cooking.
- White Chocolate Mousse: Add a pinch of ground Cubeb Pepper to the preparation. The minty note cuts the sweetness of the white chocolate.
- Avocado Tartare: Diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onions, lemon juice, and ground Cubeb Pepper.
- Chicken Curry: Add Cubeb Pepper at the end of the preparation for an exotic touch of freshness.
- Vanilla Crème Brûlée: Infuse Cubeb Pepper in the cream to bring a subtle minty heat.
- Fromage Blanc with Red Fruits: Fresh red fruits, a drizzle of honey, and a pinch of ground Cubeb Pepper for an unexpected note of freshness.
Storage and Frequently Asked Questions
How to store it? To preserve cubeb pepper or tailed pepper in the best conditions, Le Comptoir de Toamasina recommends storing it in an airtight container (bottle, Doypack bag), away from direct light and temperature shocks. Humidity is its main enemy.
Is cubeb pepper spicy?
No, this is exactly what makes it stand out in my range of peppers: it hardly burns the palate. It plays on something other than heat, namely a marked minty freshness and a subtle bitterness at the end of the mouth.
What is the difference between cubeb pepper and classic black pepper?
Black pepper relies on the direct spiciness of piperine. Cubeb, on the other hand, develops a mint and resin taste with a hint of bitterness, without marked spiciness. These are two completely different taste experiences, even though both come from the same Piperaceae family.
Is cubeb pepper really a "pepper"?
Botanically, the name "pepper" is reserved for Piper nigrum. Cubeb (Piper cubeba) is a cousin from the same family, but for purists, only nigrum should bear this name. However, common use has broadened the term to other members of the Piper genus such as cubeb or long pepper.
Can cubeb pepper be used in baking?
Yes, this is even one of its great assets: its minty note and slight bitterness pair very well with chocolate, a mousse, a crème brûlée or a red fruit compote. It can even replace vanilla in some recipes.
Why shouldn't cubeb pepper be heated too much?
Cooking it for too long accentuates its bitterness to the detriment of its fresh and minty notes. I always sprinkle it at the end of cooking, or directly on the plate, to preserve its balance.
How to recognize a good cubeb pepper?
The grain must be dark, elongated, and above all have the characteristic little tail (the peduncle) which gives it its name. It is this detail that makes it possible to distinguish it immediately from a classic black pepper or a wild pepper from Madagascar.
- Native country
- South India and Indonesia
- BOTANICAL SPECIES
- Piper Cubeba
- INGREDIENTS
- Cubebe Pepper
- AROMATIC POWER
- 4/10
- ALLERGEN
- Absence
- POSSIBLE TRACES OF ALLERGENS
- None
- PACKAGING
- Bottle, Sachet and Mill
- Preparation / Delivery
- Preparation within 24 hours - Delivery within 48 hours
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