Black Peppercorn (Kali Mirch)

Black Peppercorn (Kali Mirch) is known to be a dried mature fruit of the topical perennial climbing plant and at the same time, it is known as the king of spices. The spice is popular in households as of the medicinal value it might possess and the flavor it delivers. This spice is known to be antibacterial and therefore it helps in curing a cold and cough. A teaspoon of honey with freshly crushed pepper might work well. The spice also helps in alleviating chest congestion, which is usually caused due to pollution, flu, or a viral infection. One can simply add hot water and eucalyptus oil while taking steam. And given that black pepper which is rich in Vitamin C, shall also work well as a good antibiotic.

Benefits:

• Black Peppercorn (Kali Mirch) is high in antioxidants

• It has anti-inflammatory properties

• It helps in benefitting the brain

• Helps to improve blood sugar control

• Lowers cholesterol levels

• Does have cancer-fighting properties

• Black Peppercorn (Kali Mirch) is a versatile spice

Uses:

Dried Black Peppercorn (Kali Mirch) has been used since antiquity for both flavors and as a traditional medication. This spice is the world's most traded spice. It is known to be one of the most common spices that are added to European cuisine and its descendants. The spiciness of black pepper is due to the chemical pipeline, which is not to be confused with the capsaicin that provides fleshy peppers. It is ubiquitous in the modern world as a seasoning and is usually paired along with salt.