Spice guide / Cubeb

What is Cubeb?

Tailed pepper berries used in some Mughlai and pickling mixes.

Short answer: Cubeb is Piper cubeba. Peppery, allspice-like. Culinary use only — not a medicine.

Common nameCubeb
Hindi
Sanskrit
Botanical namePiper cubeba
FamilyPiperaceae
OriginTraded in India as kabab chini; declare origin
Main producing regionsNortheast India
FlavourPeppery, allspice-like
Aroma
Formswhole
Retail packs100g–5kg (typical; see products)
Bulk10kg+

What is Cubeb?

Cubeb (Piper cubeba) is distinct from black pepper. Used sparingly in garam masala variants and pickles.

History of Cubeb

Origin

Traded in India as kabab chini; declare origin

Growing regions

Northeast India

How it is grown

Harvest

Processing

Grades

  • Standard: Admin-configured commercial grade
  • Premium: Admin-configured higher visual/purity selection
  • Export Grade: Only show when export specifications exist for the lot
  • Machine Cleaned: Machine cleaned — confirm process for the lot

Only grades that apply to a lot should be shown at purchase. These are templates, not invented industry certificates.

Flavour, aroma and colour

Peppery, allspice-like. . Colour: . Heat: medium.

Culinary uses

  • Garam masala
  • Pickle
  • Meat

Traditional uses

Recorded in culinary tradition. Traditional use is not scientific evidence of a medical effect.

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Storage and shelf life

Nutrition

Nutrition declaration is pack-specific and must be completed before UK/EU sale.

Buying guide

Retail packs typically run from 100g to 5kg. Bulk starts at 10kg. Selling prices are checkout prices. Indian market figures, when present, are indicative only.

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