Black Pepper
Spices$3.99 / 3 ozApproximate price based on US supermarkets.
Used in Mexican stews, broths, and as a general seasoning. Essential Mexican cooking spice for seasoning meats, salsas, moles and traditional stews.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Black Pepper, part of the spices section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 12 recipes in our collection, including Beef Birria, Sweetcorn Cream Soup and Tacos al Pastor. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes using black pepper
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Black Pepper?
Black Pepper is used in 12 recipes in our collection, such as Beef Birria and Sweetcorn Cream Soup. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Black Pepper in the US?
You can buy Black Pepper online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Mexican and Latino grocery stores in the US.
How should Black Pepper be stored?
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
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