Quick answer
Alligator pepper / grains of paradise (Poivre de Guinée): Alligator pepper (grains of paradise) has a peppery, citrusy heat. Ours comes from Kumba, in Cameroon’s South-West region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Maniguette
- Scientific name
- Aframomum melegueta
- Also known as
- Poivre de Guinée
- Origin
- Kumba, Meme · South-West
- Category
- Spices & seasonings
- Type
- Raw
- Available formats
- Pods, seeds
- Delivery
- Dry · ships everywhere
What is Alligator pepper / grains of paradise?
Alligator pepper (grains of paradise) has a peppery, citrusy heat.
Its scientific name is Aframomum melegueta. It is also known as Poivre de Guinée.
Where does Alligator pepper / grains of paradise come from?
Our Alligator pepper / grains of paradise comes from Kumba, Meme, in the South-West region (capital Buea). Growing areas in the region: Tiko, Kumba, Muyuka, Mamfe, Limbe. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with Alligator pepper / grains of paradise?
Cameroonian spices are roasted, ground and blended: they give each sauce its identity.
Pack size: 50 g. Usual formats in Cameroon: pods, seeds.
How should you store Alligator pepper / grains of paradise?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Where to buy Alligator pepper / grains of paradise in Europe, the US and Canada
A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada. We deliver to cities including Paris, Brussels, London, Montreal.
Frequently asked questions
What is Alligator pepper / grains of paradise called in French?
In French: Maniguette. Other names: Poivre de Guinée.
How do I store Alligator pepper / grains of paradise?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Can Alligator pepper / grains of paradise be shipped outside Cameroon?
A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada.
Is it organic?
We never say “organic” without certification. It is natural, traditionally grown, free of additives, and every lot is checked in Douala.
