Allspice is a spice indigenous to South America and Central America. It derives its name from having the flavor profile of a mixture of cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg, although it is a single spice, not a blend. In a large part of the world allspice is called pimento due to the Spanish mistaking it for black pepper.http://www.jamaicatravelandculture.com/food_and_drink/pimento.htm Allspice is the only spice grown only in the Western Hemisphere. Jamaica provides the best soil and and climate for growing allspice.
Allspice berries look like dried peppercorns, only larger. The unripe allspice berries are harvested and dried under the sun until the seeds rattle inside. The berries become dark brown with wrinkly skins and range from 1/8 to 1/4 inches in diameter.
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Fast Facts
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Other names
English Spice, Jamaica Pepper, Clove Pepper, Myrtle Pepper, Pimenta, Pimento
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Commonly mistaken for a spice blend
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Used in African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, European cuisine
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Major ingredient in Jerk seasoning & Berbere spice mix
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More than half of allspice sold comes from Jamaica
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Used in savory and sweet dishes
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Popular home remedy for arthritis and sore muscles either as a poultice or hot baths
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Ground allspice loses flavor quickly
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Color
Dark reddish brown
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Flavor and aroma
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Many uses
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Can be bought ground or whole
