Grains of Paradise
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Select Size:
1/2 Cup Jar
Net 2.75oz
$12.75
1 1/2 Cup Jar
Net 8.25oz
$28.50
1 Cup Bag
Net 5.55oz
$18.50
2 Cup Bag
Net 11.10oz
$31.85
3 Cup Bag
Net 16.65oz
$38.95
1/2 Cup Jar - $12.75
Bottle Size: 4.25" x 2"
(Per Ounce Cost: $4.64)
1 1/2 Cup Jar - $28.50
Bottle Size: 5.5" x 2.5"
(Per Ounce Cost: $3.45)
1 Cup Bag - $18.50
Bag Size: 7" x 4.25"
(Per Ounce Cost: $3.33)
2 Cup Bag - $31.85
Bag Size: 9" x 6"
(Per Ounce Cost: $2.87)
3 Cup Bag - $38.95
Bag Size: 9" x 6"
(Per Ounce Cost: $2.34)
Grains of Paradise is native to the coast of West Africa, stretching from Liberia to Nigeria. Also known as Alligator pepper, Atar, baking pepper, Guinea pepper, Melegueta pepper and Roman pepper, it is still grown predominately in that same region, with Ghana as the main exporter.
The seeds are red-brown, chestnut color and shaped like pyramids. They are an aromatic spice related to ginger and have a spicy, peppery flavor with a hint of jasmine, hazelnut and citrus. Grains of Paradise should be used as a finisher. To enjoy the full flavor of the spice, use it in your peppermill. Try using Grains of Paradise in place of cinnamon, cardamom or black peppercorns. Great with potatoes, eggplants or lamb.
Ghana is the main exporter of Grains of Paradise.
Nutritional Information
Salt-Free
Sugar-Free
Gluten-Free
Nut-Free
Vegetarian
Vegan
MSG-Free
Dairy-Free
Garlic-Free
Onion-Free
Sweetener-Free
Black Pepper-Free
Capsicum-Free
Corn-Free
These seeds are aromatic, spicy, and peppery with floral and citrus notes and pair well with allspice, cinnamon, and cloves.
Grind in a peppermill and use as a finisher. Try in place of cinnamon, cardamom, or black peppercorns. Flavor potatoes, eggplants, and lamb.
For 5-6 T of mix: Grind 1 T black peppercorns and cloves and 1 1/2 t grains of paradise into a fine powder and mix with 2 T ground nutmeg and 2 t cinnamon
