Organic Kampot pepper | PGI* | whole | red

What it is / Product description

Organic Kampot pepper from the Kampot region in Cambodia is one of the most characterful pepper varieties in the world. The fully ripened red berries are dried as whole corns and display an intense colour as well as a fruity-spicy, clearly structured aroma. At Biova you receive this pepper speciality as high-quality bulk goods for professional use.

The tropical climate, nutrient-rich clay soils and traditional cultivation in smallholder structures shape the special quality of this organic pepper with protected geographical indication (PGI). The berries are grown without artificial fertilisers and synthetic pesticides, carefully selected by hand and gently sun-dried. This preserves the natural aroma profile of the whole corns in the best possible way and offers a reliable basis for manufactories, gastronomy and resellers.

In the kitchen, red Kampot pepper reveals its strengths especially when freshly ground or crushed in a mortar directly at the table. The combination of fruity notes and pronounced heat is ideal for meat, poultry, fish, vegetable dishes, sauces and pasta. Use this Biova speciality to give dishes an expressive, finely nuanced seasoning and to purposefully enhance your bulk spice range.

Origin

The pepper comes from the protected growing region of Kampot in the south of Cambodia, near the coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Humid, hot climate, regular rainfall and heavy clay soils create ideal conditions for pepper cultivation. The PGI certification ensures traceable origin and consistently high quality of Biova products.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

Cultivation takes place on smallholder farms where the vines are tended entirely by hand. Artificial fertilisers and synthetic crop protection agents are not used, which underlines the organic character of the product. Only fully ripe red berries are harvested, picked and selected by hand and then gently dried in the sun.

Special features

Fully ripe red pepper from Kampot is a rarity, as only few producers take the risk of the late harvest. The unpeeled, whole peppercorns are particularly aromatic and display an almost fruity, sweet-spicy note with pronounced heat. As Biova bulk goods, this product is ideal for spice manufactories, fine food bottlers, gastronomy and quality-oriented specialist retailers.

Differences in origin and processing

In contrast to pepper from mass cultivation, Kampot pepper is produced in limited quantities and with a high level of craftsmanship. The red variety is obtained exclusively from fully ripe berries, whereas black pepper is harvested earlier and processed differently. This combination of origin, degree of ripeness and gentle sun-drying shapes the characteristic, multi-layered aroma profile.

Taste & aroma

Red organic Kampot pepper has a warm, intense and complex fragrance with subtle fruity notes. On the palate, pronounced yet harmonious heat combines with sweet-spicy notes and a long finish. The full aroma develops best when the whole corns are freshly ground or crushed in a mortar shortly before serving.

Possible applications

• Freshly ground as table pepper for steaks, poultry and fish dishes
• Coarsely crushed for marinades, rubs and grilled dishes in professional and home kitchens
• As an aromatic component in sauces, pasta dishes, vegetable stir-fries and fine soups

Product specification

• Country of origin: Cambodia
• Grain size: whole peppercorns (corns / whole)
• Colour: Red
• Product type: Organic pepper, bulk goods
• Weight per unit: approx. 1.05 kg per unit