Definition of peppercorn
:a dried berry of the black pepper
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Fennel pollen, white wine and black peppercorns go into guanciale.
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Meanwhile, rub the peppercorns on both sides of steaks.
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Right Brain and nearby Short's Brewing Co. (with, for example, Nicie, a wheat ale brewed with orange and lemon zests, coriander, and some peppercorn), are among the most experimental in the state.
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The Frisky Oyster is another special, featuring six raw oysters topped with rosé granita, candied grapefruit, and pink peppercorn (market price).
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Made with purple corn and molle berries (also known as pink peppercorns), it was released last March as a one-off but proved so popular that Off Color is going to brew and release it for a second time later this summer.
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Burly’s most popular flavors are pomegranate-pink peppercorn, grape-clove and pineapple-nutmeg.
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Toast caraway seeds, coriander seeds, and peppercorns in a dry medium saucepan over medium heat, shaking pan often, until fragrant, about 45 seconds.
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Here are some of Wallace's favorite summer fusions: To offset the deep, jammy flavor of the blackberries in this soda, Wallace pairs the fruit with assertive black peppercorns and bay leaves, which bring out its savory side.
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First Known Use of peppercorn
before 12th century
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