topic Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE? in Kitchen

PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

Flatbush — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:18:55 GMT

Is there any difference i.e. strength? between the two? Or is the difference how the colors look in a finished recipe?

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

on the bay — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:46:19 GMT

That is an interesting question.

I always thought it was because of color and that the white was finer grained. My mil used to use it for her potato salad which was loved throughout the family!

I just tried to look up the difference and kind of sorry I did! So many different answers from white is smoother, lighter, milder but some"like its heat", its more herbaceous, "musty, grassy, fermented."

However it is described, it really was perfect in her potato salad.

I do think if the recipe calls for one or the other, I wold follow it. And you can also do a taste test side by side and see which one you like best.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

candys mine — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:51:05 GMT

I believe there Is. To me, black pepper is Much stronger. I can't taste anything else when there is black pepper on it.

White pepper is much milder to me. It still has a "pepper" taste but has a "warm'? undertone.

That said, black pepper and white pepper come from the same peppercorns

The white pepper is put in water to soak off the outer shell.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

on the bay — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:53:55 GMT

@candys mine,

I like your description much better than all the ones I read. It is simple and easy to understand and I think it matches what I remember of the white pepper taste in the potato salad.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

PINKdogWOOD — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:08:25 GMT

We use both black & white. The flavor and strength is different. I think the white is more powerful and they are used differently in dishes that we make. Color plays a part in this.

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wagirl — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:02:54 GMT

I can't tell the difference in taste---I think it has to do with the color in certain recipes--you can't see white, therefore no dark specs. And white pepper is very finely ground for that reason. it's like using clear vanilla instead of normal vanilla

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

Flatbush — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:29:05 GMT

@wagirl

You mean there is a difference in vanilla? Oh boy, this is a complicated world. Now I have to know the vanilla difference, please tell.

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Sooner — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:42:43 GMT

@Flatbush There is a big difference in vanilla. There is Tahitian, which is more floral, Mexican which varies wildly in taste and quality, and all sorts of blends, as well as the real and fake stuff.

As to pepper, whether it is pre-ground or freshly ground is a big part of how strong it is, and the type of pepper mill you use and the fineness of the grind.

I have a lot of pepper mills from over the years and recently got the Peppermate one. Of all the brands, this one makes the freshest and most aromatic pepper of any mill I've used--even with Costco bulk pepper. Who knew?

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

Flatbush — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:46:23 GMT

@Sooner

Oh wow, there is so much to learn. Thanks for the education. I've got to do more research.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

Sooner — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:56:23 GMT

@Flatbush wrote:
@Sooner
Oh wow, there is so much to learn. Thanks for the education. I've got to do more research.

@Flatbush No education intended. Just a comment about the great variety out there. The world has so many choices for us now. So taste some and have more fun!

Edited to add: You know how I know all of this? I am very old and I love sampler packages!!!!

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

PINKdogWOOD — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:11:25 GMT

@wagirl @Flatbush As well vanilla diff real vs artificial. Use only real it makes all the difference.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

PINKdogWOOD — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:14:15 GMT

@Sooner Yes I agree with you on how peppercorns are ground, more course lends more flavor, ground finely well the taste was all ground out.

We have a pepper mill and always grind our own albeit all black, all white or a lovely colorful mix which we really enjoy.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

x Hedge — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 17:34:40 GMT

@Flatbush I was taught there are certain dishes where you might prefer to use white pepper just for apearances. For example you might not want black specks in your white sauce.

Personally, I tend to add too much white pepper since I can't see it on the food. Cooking just for myself, I don't mind the black specks.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

Zhills — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 18:41:38 GMT

Googled it! Quite interesting!

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

faeriemoon — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 20:19:53 GMT

I never use white. I don't think it's as popular as it once was since it seems to be more of an aesthetic requirement in recipes.

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

SharkE — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 00:07:23 GMT

Sam's Club 'coarse' black is the best. 'Fine', don't cut it with me. LOL

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

wagirl — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:49:37 GMT

@Flatbush --Ha! Just the color--not the taste--there is clear for things you don't want any color in and then the dark--that adds a touch of color---

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

Fressa — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 15:48:39 GMT

I think the black is a much stronger flavor to me. The white is a bit mild but with s touch of smokienss. My favorite is the tri blend with black/red-pink/white. It really is a nice blend and adds the right amount of flavor. IMO

Re: PEPPER ...BLACK vs WHITE?

CelticCrafter — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 18:09:06 GMT

My grandmother always used white pepper because my grandfather didn't like seeing black flecks in his food, especially white or light colored food.

To me, I think white pepper is hotter than black pepper.