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Achiote, Spanish for annatto, is common in Caribbean and South American cooking. It has been called "poor man's saffron" for the color is similar to the more prized seasoning. The ground seeds are often found in sauces, stews and rice dishes.

The flavor is "earthy," somewhat dusky but rich. The seeds give off a lemony odor but none of that comes across in the taste. Ground seeds are available, too. Use the powder for enhancing sauces, chicken dishes and Mexican recipes.

Weight: 3.35 oz.(95 grams)

Pieces: Ground

Packaging: Glass Jar

Storing: 1 Years Shelf Stable

 

	Cooking Ideas
	Annatto is used in cooking to impart a rich yellow color and mild, distinctive flavor to foods such as rice and sauces, cheeses, fish and salad oil, and can be used as an inexpensive subsitute for saffron.
	Health Benefits
	Annatto contains amino acids, calcium, iron and phosphorus, as well as vitamins B-2 and B-3. Annatto also contains beta-carotene and vitamin C, which are both potent antioxidants that help to prevent free-radical induced damage to your cells and DNA. It also contains the phytochemicals cyanidin, ellagic acid, salicylic acid, saponins and tannins. Phytochemicals are compounds found naturally in plants that help to prevent and treat disease in humans. Annatto seeds have diuretic, antibacterial and astringent properties. They are also used to help tone, balance and strengthen the liver and reduce liver inflammation. They are also purported to lower total cholesterol levels, reduce blood pressure and treat edema.

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