Exotic, Grains of Paradise was popular in the 1800s in West African cooking. Belonging to the pepper family, this can be used in lieu of black pepper and is easier on the digestive system. With its warm and flowery notes, add grains of paradise to any dish that requires and delicious notes of pepper. It is recommended that you grind them before use for depth, and if you're feeling crafty, try a mixture of black pepper and grains of paradise in your dishes.