Achiote Seeds, Ground

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About Achiote Seeds, Ground

Product Info:
Achiote Seed, Bixa Orellana, is the seed from a flowering tree of the Bixaceae family. This tree is also known as a lipstick tree, as much of the red color found in lipstick is derived from the dye found in the pulp which surrounds the Achiote Seeds. As a spice Achiote is used most often in the Caribbean and Central America. Besides coloring foods Achiote also imparts a mild flavor. Achiote Seeds are small triangular shaped, about 1/2 cm wide, and velvet red with a soft texture. 

Suggested Use:
Achiote works with beans, grains, rices and light meats such as chicken, fish and turkey. It's often used in preparation of vegetables such as okra, plantains, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, pumpkin and peppers.

Ingredients:
Achiote Seeds

Country of Origin:  Peru

Basic Prep:
Ready to use, add to recipe as needed

Product Reviews

  • 5
    excellent deal

    Posted by Unknown on 16th Mar 2012

    wow great price for these. Really good quality too.