Bhutan pepper | whole

Bhutan, a Himalayan country in the high regions of South Asia, has established environmental protection in its constitution. All economic enterprises must submit to the protection and preservation of nature. Thus, the country has a unique natural wealth. More than two-thirds of the country is forested, there is virtually no industry and only a few areas are used for agriculture. Due to the enormous differences in altitude, 80% of the country is located in regions above 2000 meters altitude, the climatic conditions are very different. Lowland regions have a tropical climate, others have permafrost with very harsh winters. In this rugged and magnificent landscape with a unique natural wealth you can experience an incredible biodiversity. In addition to rare animals you will also find wild herbs and spices with unique and intense flavors. In the west of the country, local farmers collect the rare Bhutanese lemon pepper, a wild subspecies of Szechuan pepper, with much smaller seed pods. This lemon pepper lives up to its name. The intense, fresh aroma of the pepper is beguiling. When tasting immediately a tingling, with subsequent slight numbness on the tongue and throughout the mouth, noticeable. A mild spiciness, combined with intense aromas of lemon and grapefruit provide a unique taste experience. Use the Bhutan lemon pepper very sparingly due to its high intensity. The pepper goes well with Asian dishes, poultry, fish and seafood. Marinades and sauces enrich the spice with completely new flavors. Seasoning mixtures brings the lemon pepper a fresh note, desserts with chocolate get an absolute aha effect.