Why Chefs Call This Cambodian Pepper the “Champagne of Peppercorns”

La Plantation Kampot Black Peppercorns whole black pepper in a tube from Cambodia

In Cambodia, black pepper is not a background spice. It is a star ingredient. Kampot pepper, grown in southern Cambodia for centuries, has a flavor that chefs describe with words like eucalyptus, mint, and sweet heat. If you are cooking Cambodian dishes like Kampot pepper chicken or lok lak, the pepper you use matters. La Plantation Kampot Black Peppercorns bring that specific Cambodian flavor to your kitchen. They are whole peppercorns, PGI-certified, and ready for your pepper mill.

Product Summary

La Plantation Kampot Black Peppercorns are whole black peppercorns from Cambodia's Kampot province, a region protected by geographical indication (PGI). These peppercorns have a complex flavor with notes of eucalyptus and mint. They are used in Cambodian dishes such as Kampot pepper chicken, lok lak, and pepper crab.

Why We Recommend It

Kampot pepper is one of the defining ingredients of Cambodian cooking, and La Plantation is a well-known producer from the Kampot region. For CambodiaRecipe readers who want to cook authentic Cambodian food at home, this product offers a direct connection to Khmer cuisine. Its PGI status means it meets specific quality and origin standards. It is a practical ingredient for anyone exploring Cambodian recipes.

Best For

Home cooks making Cambodian recipes, Cambodian-American families, Southeast Asian food enthusiasts, and US buyers looking for authentic Cambodian ingredients to use in stir-fries, marinades, and pepper-forward dishes.

Things to Consider

This is a 1.76 oz (50 g) tube of whole peppercorns, so it is a modest amount suitable for testing or occasional use. If you cook Cambodian food often, you may want a larger size. Kampot pepper has a distinctive flavor that differs from standard black pepper. Check the Amazon listing for current availability and shipping options.

Product Details

  • Brand: La Plantation
  • Product Type: Cambodian cooking ingredient — whole black peppercorns (Kampot PGI)
  • ASIN: B07B8WWVR3

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