Pepper might be the "King of Spices", but MSG will always be the "King of Flavor"!

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    Swankyfeet September 26, 2025 3:27 pm

    ...I'm used to various indian spices, I never could taste if black pepper made any difference in food as a seasoning. I do prefer freshly ground pepper over the pre ground powdered ones but still... even on the most simple, bland food, black pepper has done almost nothing.

    What am I missing? Why was it the holy grail spice in history??? #-.-)

    Chi September 27, 2025 5:54 am
    ...I'm used to various indian spices, I never could taste if black pepper made any difference in food as a seasoning. I do prefer freshly ground pepper over the pre ground powdered ones but still... even on the... Swankyfeet

    It does make your food taste a bit smokier and spicier (for people who aren't used to spicy food). I agree that it doesn't make THAT much of a difference, except maybe if you put a ton or it's in your sauce.