Balinese long peppers make a comeback
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Spice rises in the West
Prized for its rich, earthy flavor (there are notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom, along with a little heat) and floral bouquet, the long pepper was all but forgotten by the West for centuries. But it’s making a comeback -- now available beyond Indian and Asian markets. These Balinese long peppers come in an attractive cardboard box from Big Tree Farms, a company working with local organic farmers to encourage sustainability.
Crush the peppers (they’re a little over an inch long) under a towel with a mallet, then grind them using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. The peppers can be used whole for stocks, brines and pickling solutions.
--Noelle Carter
About $9 for 4.4 ounces. Big Tree Farms Balinese long peppers are available at Surfas in Culver City, www.worldpantry.com, www.zingermans.com and www.salttraders.com.
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