How to make delicious new peppercorns
As an indispensable condiment in Chinese kitchens, Sichuan peppercorns have attracted much attention in recent years due to their unique numbing flavor. Especially fresh Sichuan peppercorns, with their rich aroma and unique taste, have become the new favorite of many food lovers. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to give you a detailed introduction to the purchase, storage and various delicious methods of new peppercorns.
1. Popular topics related to pepper on the Internet in the past 10 days

| Ranking | hot topics | search volume | Main discussion content |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | How to store fresh peppercorns | 128,000 | How to extend the shelf life of fresh peppercorns |
| 2 | Home-made recipes for peppercorn oil | 96,000 | Tips and Recipes for Homemade Sichuan Pepper Oil |
| 3 | Application of Zanthoxylum bungeanum in Sichuan cuisine | 74,000 | Tips for using Sichuan peppercorns in classic Sichuan cuisine |
| 4 | Medicinal value of Zanthoxylum bungeanum | 52,000 | The role of Zanthoxylum bungeanum in traditional Chinese medicine health care |
| 5 | Zanthoxylum bungeanum planting tips | 38,000 | How to grow pepper at home |
2. How to choose high-quality fresh pepper
1.Look at the color:High-quality fresh peppercorns are bright green or dark green, with a uniform and shiny color.
2.Smell:There should be a strong aroma unique to peppercorns and no other odor.
3.Feel:The particles are full, dry and not sticky, but should not be too dry.
4.Taste:Gently chew a few pills, there should be a distinct numbing taste and aroma.
3. How to Preserve Fresh Zanthoxylum bungeanum
| Save method | save time | fit for purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated storage | 7-10 days | short term use |
| Cryopreservation | 3-6 months | long term storage |
| Dry and preserve | More than 1 year | Making dried Sichuan peppercorns |
| Soaking wine to preserve | More than 6 months | Making Sichuan Pepper Wine |
4. How to make delicious new peppercorns
1.pepper oil
Ingredients: 200g fresh peppercorns, 500ml cooking oil
Method: Wash and dry the peppercorns, fry them over low heat with cold oil until the peppercorns turn brown, filter and serve.
2.Sichuan pepper chicken
Ingredients: 500g chicken thighs, 30g fresh Sichuan peppercorns, 10 dried chili peppers
Method: Cut the chicken into pieces and marinate, sauté the Sichuan peppercorns and chilies, add the chicken and stir-fry until cooked.
3.Cold Sichuan Pepper Cucumber
Ingredients: 2 cucumbers, 15g fresh peppercorns, appropriate amount of minced garlic
Method: Crush the cucumber and cut it into sections, mix well with the mashed peppercorns, minced garlic and seasonings.
4.Pepper fish
Ingredients: 1 grass carp, 50g fresh Sichuan peppercorns, appropriate amount of pickled peppers
Method: The fish fillets are marinated and cooked with Sichuan peppercorns, pickled peppers and other ingredients.
5. Medicinal value of Zanthoxylum bungeanum
1.Toothache relief:Gargling with pepper water can relieve gum swelling and pain.
2.Warm the stomach and dispel cold:Drinking Zanthoxylum bungeanum soaked in water can help relieve stomach cold.
3.Kill insects and relieve itching:Zanthoxylum bungeanum decoction can be used for itchy skin.
4.Improve digestion:Zanthoxylum bungeanum can stimulate saliva secretion and help digestion.
Conclusion
Fresh Sichuan peppercorns not only add a unique flavor to dishes, but also have a variety of health benefits. Through the various methods introduced in this article, I believe you have mastered the secret of making the new peppercorns get the most delicious flavor. Whether it's simple peppercorn oil or complex peppercorn fish, it can add a special numbing flavor to your table. You might as well try these methods now and experience the delicious food experience brought by the new pepper!
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