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The most common variety obtained is black peppercorns. Peppercorn berries are harvested when they are still green, left to ferment, and then sun-dried until they shrivel and turn a brownish-black color. The most significant and popular spice in the world is black pepper, often known as "black gold" and the "king of spices." Nearly all foods from all countries in the globe taste better when black pepper is added. Rubs, spice mixtures, salad dressings, and peppercorn mixtures all employ it. Many Arabic spice blends, like zhoug, baharat, and berebere, primarily feature pepper. It is a key ingredient in four épices in France and garam masala in Indian cuisine (along with cloves, nutmeg, and dried ginger.