Organic fermented Kampot pepper, whole, PGI

Product description

Organic Kampot pepper is a rare spice from Cambodia with Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status and its characteristic black, fermented pepper chunks. The whole berries have a juicy, soft texture and combine intense heat with great aromatic depth.

Careful fermentation creates a complex profile of peppery spice, earthy notes and subtle fruitiness. Biova focuses on certified organic quality, hand-selected batches and a practical 1.05 kg bulk unit for professional users.

In the kitchen, fermented organic Kampot pepper is ideal as a finishing pepper, as the soft chunks can be crushed directly without a mill. This lets you add fresh pepper aroma precisely to steaks, fish, vegetables, salads or creative delicatessen dishes.

Origin

This pepper comes from the Kampot region in Cambodia, where the tropical climate and mineral-rich soils support the slow growth of the vines. The PGI certification guarantees clearly defined origin and strictly monitored quality in every Biova batch.

Cultivation / production / harvest

The vines are grown in mixed cropping systems to organic standards and harvested by hand at optimum ripeness. Fresh pepper berries are cleaned, fermented and gently dried before the whole black chunks are packed as 1.05 kg bulk units for foodservice and artisan producers.

Key features

Fermentation gives the peppercorns their unusual softness and an almost juicy mouthfeel. Unlike classic black pepper, the chunks can be used without a mill and crushed directly between the fingers or in a mortar, which makes Biova Kampot pepper particularly versatile.

Differences in origin and processing

Compared to standard pepper from large-scale cultivation, Kampot pepper is limited to small harvest volumes and clearly defined growing conditions. The additional fermentation intensifies the natural aromas, softens the sharp edge of the heat and delivers a longer-lasting, rounded flavour.

Taste & aroma

On the palate, the fermented pepper shows warm, powerful heat with earthy and woody notes and a hint of fruit. On the nose it reveals intense, spicy aromas with nuances of dried herbs and subtle smoky notes that linger on the finish.

Suggested uses

• Crush as a finishing pepper over steaks, fish fillets or grilled vegetables directly before serving.
• Use crushed pepper chunks to finish creamy sauces, risotto, pasta or potato dishes just before plating.
• Use as an aromatic highlight in professional kitchens for burgers, carpaccio, burrata salads or delicatessen creams.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Cambodia (Kampot region, PGI)
• Grain size: Chunks / whole, bulk
• Colour: Black
• Weight per unit: 1.05 kg bulk, loose