Sansho Peppercorns
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Attractiveness of Sansho Peppercorn
Sansho peppercorn: Genuine Japanese flavor available in Europe
Sansho peppercorn, a classic Japanese spice, adds distinctive taste and aroma to dishes.
FNC Kyoto now brings this Japanese green jewel to European cuisine.
**Benefits of Sansho peppercorn**
Sansho peppercorn not only delivers a sharp, spicy flavor but also offers a refreshing citrus aroma,
as it is a small fruit related to yuzu.
It contains limonene, which is believed to help you relax and stimulate your appetite.
This peppercorn features in many Japanese dishes, such as meat, grilled fish, sashimi, sushi, tempura,
hot pot, and onigiri rice balls.
Sansho can be used as an alternative to yuzu, making it ideal for sauces and seasonings.
Additionally, it pairs well with chocolate and gelato.
In traditional Chinese medicine, Sansho peppercorn is considered beneficial for health.
**What makes FNC Kyoto’s Sansho peppercorn special? **
We are the first company in Japan to offer organic sansho peppercorns to the European market.
Sansho peppercorns combine a spicy kick with a citrusy aroma, as they belong to the same group as yuzu
and contain limonene, which may relax you and boost your appetite.
Sansho is versatile in Japanese cuisine—used with meats, grilled fish, sashimi, sushi, tempura, hot pots,
and onigiri. It can substitute for yuzu in sauces or seasonings and works well in chocolate and gelato.
Additionally, Sansho peppercorn has a history of use in Chinese medicine and is considered beneficial for health.
Sansho peppercorns are among our longstanding products, with a history exceeding 60 years.
To preserve their distinctive aroma and vibrant color, our organic Sansho peppercorns undergo rapid post-harvest processing. The delicate stems are meticulously removed by hand multiple times.
Renowned for their exceptional quality, our Sansho peppercorns are featured both in the cuisine of premier restaurants in Kyoto and in onigiri rice balls available at convenience stores throughout Japan.
Sansho peppercorns are a distinct spice essential to Kyoto cuisine,
known for its emphasis on appearance and seasonality.
Consider incorporating the "green jewel," as it is known in Japanese cuisine,
into your European dishes for a distinctive touch.
What is Sansho?
Zanthoxylum piperitum, commonly known as Japanese pepper (sansho), is a spiny, aromatic shrub native to Japan and Korea and classified in the Rutaceae family. Its peppercorns are widely utilized as a culinary seasoning in Japan.
Our Sansho peppercorns :
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Salted (shipped at ambient temperature)
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Dried (Powder processing is provided upon request)
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Dried early harvested(Powder processing is provided upon request)
Asakura sansho?
Budo sansho?
Asakura sansho is believed to have originated in the Asakura district of Yoka Town, Yabu City, Hyogo Prefecture, and is known for its particularly strong aroma and rich flavor. It is characterized by its refreshing, refined citrus aroma and a mild, gentle tingling sensation. It is rich in essential oils, particularly the aromatic compound limonene, and retains its fragrance even when heated, making it a versatile ingredient used in a wide range of dishes, such as tsukudani and as a seasoning.
Budo sansho has large, pale green berries and is characterized by its strong numbing sensation and aroma. It is 1-2 mm bigger than Asakura sansho.
