These vanilla pods grow in the undergrowth of the humid forests of the state of Veracruz, in Mexico, the birthplace of vanilla. With their fruity chocolatey notes they are perfect for all your baking and desserts.
The outstanding character and flavour of this black Penja pepper are due to the naturally rich and balanced volcanic soils in which it grows. In 2014, it became the first product of the African continent to obtain Protected Geographic Indication status (PGI). This black Penja pepper will delight your stews, goat cheese and strong flavoured meats.
Harvested on the Malabar coast then smoked using beech wood. This strong pepper has smoky and woody notes. Crack roughly with a pestle and mortar. Try it with duck breast, salmon or grilled steak.
Its pod is thicker than Bourbon vanilla and its aroma is more aniseed. Its flesh has a characteristic prune perfume. Use as you like in sweet or savoury dishes.