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11 hours ago, boudin noir said:How long can you keep szechuan peppercorns?
They don't go off as such, but they do lose their scent and numbing effect over time. Store in an airtight container in a cool place and they can last about a year, although they will not be as vibrant as younger ones. I always buy the smallest amounts possible, but then they are perhaps easier for me to source.
2 hours ago, boudin noir said:How long can you keep szechuan peppercorns?
They don't go off as such, but they do lose their scent and numbing effect over time. Store in an airtight container in a cool place and they can last about a year, although they will not be as vibrant as fresh ones. I always buy the smallest amounts possible, but then they are perhaps easier for me to source.
