Discover Dried Green Peppercorns from Madagascar: A Fresh Take on Flavor
- Matana Québec
- Jul 7
- 3 min read
Updated: Sep 9
Looking to elevate your cooking with a spice that’s both gentle and aromatic, yet full of character?Say hello to dried green peppercorns from Madagascar — a subtle, plant-based pepper with bright notes and a surprisingly fresh finish. Harvested early and dried slowly at low temperatures to preserve its delicate flavor, this spice brings balance, depth, and originality to any dish.
Learn more about the difference between green and black pepper here and why green pepper deserves a spot in your kitchen.
At Matana, we bring you this exceptional ingredient, sourced responsibly through a sustainable and equitable supply chain in Madagascar. Every peppercorn is hand-harvested, sun-dried, and packed with the authentic taste of nature — because good food begins with good values.te, bringing a refined and exotic note to your recipes, whether savory... or even sweet.
🌶 Why Choose Dried Green Peppercorns from Madagascar?
✔️ A fresh, vegetal flavor profile with subtle herbal and citrus notes, reminiscent of Madagascar’s tropical forests.
✔️ Less spicy than black pepper, making it ideal for delicate palates and refined dishes where balance matters more than heat.
✔️ Easy to grind or rehydrate — just soak for a few minutes in warm water to bring out its full aroma, or crush it dry for a light, crunchy texture.
✔️ 100% natural, pure and fair-trade, carefully selected by Matana to offer premium quality while supporting farmers and preserving biodiversity.
5 easy recipe ideas with dried green pepper
Dried green pepper from Madagascar can be used as is, lightly crushed for a crunchy touch, or rehydrated for a few minutes in a little warm water to release all its aromatic freshness.
Here are 5 quick and tasty ways to use this exotic spice in your everyday meals:
1. Mashed avocado, lime and green pepper
A flavorful twist on your morning toast.
Ingredients :
1 ripe avocado
Juice of ½ lime
½ tsp crushed Matana green pepper
Salt
Preparation: Crush, season, enjoy on toast!
2. Salmon tartare with green pepper
Elegant, fresh, and quick to prepare.
Ingredients :
150 g raw salmon
1 tsp capers
½ shallot
½ tsp green pepper (rehydrated)
Lemon juice
Preparation: Cut, mix, serve chilled.
3. Creamy Chicken with Green Pepper
A comfort food classic with a Malagasy upgrade.
Ingredients :
2 chicken fillets
100 ml fresh cream
1 tsp green pepper
1 clove of garlic
Preparation: Brown the chicken, add the cream, garlic, and green pepper. Serve with rice.
4. Warm goat cheese, honey and green pepper
The perfect balance of sweet and spicy.
Ingredients :
1 goat's cheese
1 tsp honey
A few grains of crushed green pepper
Preparation: Bake for 5 minutes, add honey and green pepper. Serve with a salad.
5. Sautéed strawberries with green pepper and vanilla
An unexpected and delightful dessert.
Ingredients :
1 punnet of strawberries
1 tsp sugar
½ tsp green pepper
A touch of Matana vanilla
Preparation: Sauté gently fry for 3 minutes. Serve warm with whipped cream.
Matana: Natural, Fair, and Full of Flavor from Madagascar
At Matana , we believe that every product must have a soul.
Our natural spices are:
100% natural, free from additives or irradiation
Fair-trade certified, supporting local producers
Artisanally harvested, preserving both flavor and the environment.
✨ Choosing Matana means bringing Madagascar’s finest, most honest flavors straight to your table.
Where can I find Matana dried green pepper?
Ready to try it? You can find our dried green peppercorns:
📦Directly online at www.matana-quebec.com to take advantage of our exclusive offers.
📢On Amazon for fast delivery throughout Canada and the United States.
📍And if you prefer to buy locally, find us in several partner points of sale : delicatessens, zero-waste shops and specialty markets near you.
However you shop, you're choosing a spice that’s flavorful, ethical, and rooted in tradition.
In summary
Dried green pepper from Madagascar reveals a unique, plant-based freshness, perfect for enhancing your everyday dishes. Less spicy than black pepper, it seduces with its sweetness and aromatic elegance. Discover 5 simple and creative recipes to easily adopt it in the kitchen. With Matana , explore a natural, fair-trade spice full of character, directly from the Malagasy terroir.
🌿 Dried green pepper = freshness, sweetness and originality
🍽️ 5 easy recipes to explore it
🤎 100% natural, fair trade product, signed Matana
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