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Timut Pepper
Nepal and the Himalayas; a staple in Nepalese cuisine and part of traditional Nepali spice culture.Harvested in autumn; available year-round from specialty retailers.Citrusy, floral, with strong grapefruit notes and a tingling
Did You Know?
Timut pepper's grapefruit aroma comes from geraniol, the same compound found in rose petals, creating a uniquely floral-citrus sensory experience.
Overview
Nepal and the Himalayas; a staple in Nepalese cuisine and part of traditional Nepali spice culture. · Harvested in autumn; available year-round from specialty retailers. · spices
A Himalayan pepper from Nepal (Zanthoxylum armatum), related to Sichuan pepper. Known for its distinctive grapefruit aroma and tingling sensation.
Nepal and the Himalayas; a staple in Nepalese cuisine and part of traditional Nepali spice culture.
Origin
Harvested in autumn; available year-round from specialty retailers.
Season
Easy
Difficulty
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Category
Flavor Profile
Citrusyfloralwith strong grapefruit notes and a tinglingnumbing sensation. Less floral than Sichuan pepper.
Storage Tips
Store whole in an airtight container away from light. Grind as needed for best flavor.
How to Cook with Timut Pepper
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Toast briefly and grind fresh. Use on seafood, in butter sauces, and with chocolate. Use like Sichuan pepper.
Best Pairings
seafoodchocolateduckgrapefruitbutter saucescheeselamb
Substitutes
Sichuan pepper (more floral), long pepper, or a combination of black pepper and lemon zest.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Timut Pepper
Nutrition Highlights
fat
5.8
carbs
55.8
fiber
22
protein
10
calories
251
Quick Facts
Categoryspices
OriginNepal and the Himalayas; a staple in Nepalese cuisine and part of traditional Nepali spice culture.
SeasonHarvested in autumn; available year-round from specialty retailers.
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Contains hydroxy-alpha-sanshool producing the tingling sensation. Anti-inflammatory and digestive properties.
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Timut Pepper
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OriginNepal and the Himalayas; a staple in Nepalese cuisine and part of traditional Nepali spice culture.
SeasonHarvested in autumn; available year-round from specialty retailers.
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Citrusyfloralwith strong grapefruit notes and a tinglingnumbing sensation. Less floral than Sichuan pepper.
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Pairs Well With
seafoodchocolateduckgrapefruitbutter saucescheeselamb
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