Especias y Hierbas

Ground allspice

Ground allspice
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Ingredient Information

Name

Ground allspice

Category

Especias y Hierbas

Popularity

2 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Ground allspice is an aromatic and slightly spicy spice that comes from the dried berries of the Pimenta dioica tree, native to the tropical regions of the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America. Although its name includes the word "pepper," it does not belong to the black pepper family; instead, its flavor resembles a combination of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper, making it a very versatile condiment in cooking.

This ingredient is essential in many traditional Latin American and Caribbean recipes, especially in stews, marinades, desserts, sauces, and meat rubs. Furthermore, ground allspice provides a warm and slightly sweet aroma, enriching the flavor profile of dishes.

Among its properties, it stands out for its content of essential oils with antioxidant and antimicrobial effects, which can also offer digestive benefits. It is a natural option for adding flavor without resorting to complex spice blends.

In different Hispanic American countries, allspice is also known by various synonyms, such as allspice (a widely used English term), Jamaica pepper, sweet pepper, or simply pimienta de olor. Its name may vary by region, but it always refers to this characteristic spice.

Nutritional Properties

27g
fiber
20mg
sodium
122mg
calcium
14mcg
folate
8.7mg
iron
77mg
phosphorus
920mg
potassium
263
calories
0mcg
lycopene
92mg
magnesium
6g
proteins
0IU
vitamin a
21mg
vitamin c
0.1mg
vitamin e
0.08mg
vitamin b6
14g
total fats
50g
carbohydrates

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