Annatto Seed, Whole
Annatto Seed, Whole
Bixa orellana
A Spanish Conquistadors by the name of Gonzalo Pizarro, almost perished trying to sail down the Amazon river in hopes to find groves of cinnamon trees, but instead of cinnamon, he found rich Annatto seeds from the achiote trees. Annatto seed is widely used as a coloring agent to give foods, like cheese, a beautiful orange hue.
Ingredients: Annatto seed
Country of Origin: Egypt
Spice Pals: Lemongrass, Star Anise, Coconut, Garlic, Lime, Banana Leaves, Jalapenos, Cheeses