black pepper
Plural
black peppers
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a black spice that is used in cooking to give food a spicy flavor
- She sprinkled some freshly ground black pepper on her pasta to enhance its flavor.
- The chef seasoned the steak with a generous amount of cracked black pepper before grilling it.
- The aroma of sautéed onions and black pepper filled the kitchen, making mouths water.
- He prefers to grind his own black pepper rather than using pre-ground pepper for a more intense flavor.
- The recipe called for a pinch of black pepper to balance the sweetness of the dish.