THE SPICE TRADER

Canada's oldest and finest speciality spice shop.

ANNATTO SEEDS

WHOLE or GROUND

Known as achiote in Spanish, Annatto is native to Mexico, North and South America and the Caribbean but can now be found in Vietnamese & Filipino cuisines. Annatto is primarily used as a colourant in fish, rice and vegetable dishes and is a key ingredient Mexican Achiote paste. It has an earthy, slightly nutty flavour. 

SUGGESTED USES: Fry the seed  in oil over low heat for a few minutes making sure not to burn the seed to extract the colour. Strain and use the oil to cook with for a lovely rich colour.

RECIPE: Brazilian Baião-de-Dios


Net Weight - 70g