Gluten-free Jamaican pepper 50 g

Allspice - characteristics

Allspice is the fruit of the allspice tree, also known as spicebush (Pimenta dioica). It originates from the tropical regions of Central America and Mexico. Part of the supply to Europe comes from Jamaica. The allspice tree reaches a height of 10 to 12 meters, is evergreen, and its leaves are leathery and shiny. The fruit is green, turns red when ripe, and takes on a beautiful brown color when dried. The allspice fruits intended for food are harvested before they are ripe. It is interesting to note that this is the only spice grown exclusively in the Western Hemisphere.

Allspice - culinary uses

Allspice has an irresistible aroma in which gourmets recognize notes of cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper, and many other widely used spices. Hence the English name of this spice, Allspice, which suggests it contains the flavor and aroma of almost all spices. This spice is mainly used to enrich the flavor of marinades, sauces, and all kinds of soups. Additionally, allspice is used to season various meats, including lamb, pork, veal, and homemade sausages. It is worth remembering that this spice is also an integral part of homemade pickled cucumbers. An interesting use of allspice is to enhance the taste of sweet liqueurs, cakes, or gingerbread.

Tips

Store them in airtight and resealable containers. With this in mind, each of our spice packages is equipped with a zipper closure to facilitate closing and opening. In the case of allspice in ordinary aluminum foil, not only does it lose its aroma very quickly after opening, but it can also easily spill out of the packaging, for example into a drawer or cupboard. We care about your comfort! Whole spices, like allspice, release their aroma more slowly. Therefore, it is useful to add them at an earlier stage of cooking.

Allspice - medicinal properties

Allspice stimulates the secretory functions of the digestive tract and inhibits excessive fermentations. It is characterized by a high content of active compounds that soothe inflammatory processes and pain. Therefore, it is useful to consider it in cases of muscle, joint, or dental pain. It improves blood circulation, protects the heart, and enhances its function. Studies show that allspice has an inhibitory effect on the growth of Escherichia coli and Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

What should be seasoned with allspice?

• all kinds of soups and sauces
• meat marinades
• preserves, especially pickled cucumbers
• bigos (hunter's stew)
• homemade sausages
• desserts, for example gingerbread
• homemade liqueurs

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