What is black pepper powder?

Black pepper powder is also known as kali mirch powder or kali miri powder. Black pepper comes from the pepper plant. ... Black peppercorns can be made by picking the pepper berries when they are half-ripe and just about to turn into red. They are to be well dried, that causes them to shrivel and become dark in color.

Benefits

• High in antioxidants. Free radicals are unstable molecules that can damage your cells
• Has anti-inflammatory properties
• Benefit your brain
• Improve blood sugar control
• Lower cholesterol levels
• Have cancer-fighting properties
• A versatile spice

Side effects

Black pepper oil typically does not cause side effects. Black pepper might have a burning aftertaste. Taking large amounts of black pepper by mouth, which can accidentally get into the lungs, has been reported to cause death. This is especially true in children

Dosage

Use black pepper as an ingredient in recipes to add flavor and spice to meats, fish, vegetables, salad dressings, soups, stir-fries, pasta, and more. You can also add a dash of black pepper to scrambled eggs, avocado toast, fruit, and dipping sauces for a spicy kick