Madagascar Pink Peppercorn Shrimp Salad: Flavor, Wellness & Tropical Elegance
- Matana Québec
- May 2
- 3 min read
A Taste of the Tropics: When Flavor Meets Ethics
Madagascar’s culinary richness is a gift to the world—and pink peppercorns are among its most exquisite treasures. Often confused with true pepper, pink peppercorns (from the Schinus terebinthifolius tree) offer a delicate, floral heat with subtle hints of sweetness and anise. Native to South America, these ruby-toned berries are also sustainably cultivated in Madagascar, where they’re hand-harvested and sun-dried with care.
This shrimp and citrus salad is an easy-to-make, nutrient-rich recipe that elevates everyday ingredients into something vibrant and unforgettable. Light, exotic, and packed with health benefits, it’s ideal for a family lunch, a dinner party appetizer, or a moment of solo indulgence.
Why Choose Madagascar Pink Peppercorns?
A Spice That Loves You Back
Pink peppercorns don’t just add beauty and boldness to your dish—they support your well-being too:
Anti-inflammatory properties – May help reduce minor inflammation.
Antibacterial potential – Useful in traditional remedies and modern studies.
Digestive stimulant – Promotes smoother digestion and less bloating.
Circulation booster – Can enhance blood flow gently and naturally.
Mental clarity & calm – Pink peppercorn infusions are known for their balancing effect.
Use in moderation: though generally safe, pink peppercorns belong to the same botanical family as cashews and mangoes and may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Ingredients: Exotic, Simple, and Sourced with Care
250g de crevettes cuites avec queue (décongelées si surgelées)
2 avocats bien mûrs
2 oranges
2 tomates
2 rondelles de lime
3 c. à soupe d’huile d’olive
Le jus d’un demi-citron
1 c. à café de poudre de moringa Matana
Sel et poivre
1 pincée de baies roses Matana écrasées par portion
Preparation in 2 Simple Steps
Step 1 – Assemble the Base
Peel and section the oranges. Dice the tomatoes and avocados. Mix in a large bowl with shrimp and lime slices. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Add salt, pepper, and a light touch of moringa powder for extra nutritional depth.
Step 2 – Final Touch
Just before serving, crush pink peppercorns between your fingers or in a mortar and sprinkle over the top.
Add a Hint of the Unexpected: Madagascar Combava
For an extra citrus punch, add a pinch of Madagascar combava powder (Makrut lime zest) available from Matana.
Combava (Makrut lime) is one of Madagascar’s most aromatic citrus fruits. Its dried zest, ground into a fine powder, adds an instantly exotic and refreshing dimension to your dishes. Perfect in seafood, curries, dressings—or this shrimp salad. Use sparingly, as its flavor is powerful.
Spotlight: Madagascar Pink Peppercorns – Delicate, Aromatic, Powerful
Madagascar pink peppercorns—also known as faux pepper or poivre rose—are a jewel among exotic spices. Grown on the island’s eastern coast in small, sustainable farms, these berries offer more than just culinary appeal.
A Unique Flavor Profile
Unlike traditional black pepper, pink peppercorns are:
🌸 Lightly sweet with floral notes
🍬 Mildly spicy, with a soft, almost candy-like aroma
🌿 Perfectly paired with seafood, fruit, cheese, and creamy sauces
Their bright hue and complex taste elevate any dish visually and aromatically—especially fresh salads and citrus-based recipes.
At Matana, our pink peppercorns are handpicked in Madagascar, sun-dried naturally, and packaged in Canada to preserve their full aroma and potency.
Spotlight: Moringa – The Green Superleaf
At Matana, we proudly offer Moringa powder from Madagascar, a green superfood praised for its health-enhancing qualities:
Boosts energy and vitality
Improves sleep and restfulness
Nourishes skin and slows aging
Supports cardiovascular health
Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals
Incorporating moringa into your diet—especially in raw preparations like this salad—offers daily nourishment with a flavor that’s both earthy and vibrant.
Discover Matana: Premium, Ethical, and Made in Canada
Matana is a Quebec-based brand specializing in high-quality, fair-trade products from Madagascar—such as pink peppercorns, moringa, and combava. Our mission? To bring the exotic authenticity of Madagascar to North American kitchens, while uplifting the Malagasy farmers who make it possible.
By choosing Matana:
You support Canadian-made value
You enjoy naturally grown, ethically sourced ingredients
You help improve living conditions for Malagasy farming communities
Our products are available online and in select retail stores across Canada and the USA.
Recap: Why You’ll Love This Salad
✔️ Fresh and simple
✔️ Full of flavor, texture, and color
✔️ Infused with rare, healthy spices from Madagascar
✔️ Ethically sourced and good for your body
✔️ Perfect for gourmet explorers in North America
En conclusion : une salade simple, saine et spectaculaire
Cette salade aux crevettes et baies roses de Madagascar est bien plus qu’un plat : c’est une expérience sensorielle, un voyage culinaire entre les tropiques malgaches et la fraîcheur nord-américaine. Facile à préparer, elle allie nutrition, plaisir et engagement.
