Quick answer
Penja black pepper: Penja black pepper, picked before ripening, is woodier and hotter than the white. Ours comes from Penja, in Cameroon’s Littoral region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Poivre noir de Penja
- Scientific name
- Piper nigrum
- Origin
- Penja · Littoral
- Category
- Spices & seasonings
- Type
- Semi-processed
- Available formats
- Whole, ground
- Delivery
- Dry · ships everywhere
What is Penja black pepper?
Penja black pepper, picked before ripening, is woodier and hotter than the white.
Its scientific name is Piper nigrum.
Where does Penja black pepper come from?
Our Penja black pepper comes from Penja, in the Littoral region (capital Douala). Growing areas in the region: Penja, Njombé, Loum, Mbanga, Édéa. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with Penja black pepper?
Cameroonian spices are roasted, ground and blended: they give each sauce its identity.
Pack size: Whole · 100 g. Usual formats in Cameroon: whole, ground.
How should you store Penja black pepper?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Where to buy Penja black pepper 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 Penja black pepper called in French?
In French: Poivre noir de Penja.
How do I store Penja black pepper?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Can Penja black pepper 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.
