black pepper
noun
: a spice that consists of the dried fruit of an Indian vine (Piper nigrum) ground with the black husk still on
also
: the vine that yields black pepper see peppercorn compare white pepper
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Stir together salt, black pepper, onion powder, and 1 teaspoon of the sugar in a small bowl.
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Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
Sprinkle with a mixture of one-half teaspoon of salt, one-half teaspoon of garlic powder, and one-fourth teaspoon of ground black pepper.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Nov. 2024
For example, ginger, cardamom and black pepper could offer digestive support by stimulating enzymes and reducing bloating.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
Add the turmeric, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice and stir until well combined.
—Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024
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Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2024
Sprinkle with a mixture of one-half teaspoon of salt, one-half teaspoon of garlic powder, and one-fourth teaspoon of ground black pepper.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Nov. 2024
For example, ginger, cardamom and black pepper could offer digestive support by stimulating enzymes and reducing bloating.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
Add the turmeric, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice and stir until well combined.
—Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Black pepper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/black%20pepper. Accessed 18 Nov. 2024.
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