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Frontier Bulk Annatto Seed Whole, 1 lb. package (Bixa orellana)
Frontier Bulk Annatto Seed Whole, 1 lb. package Size: 16 oz Price: $13.00 Botanical Name: Bixa orellana L. Description: These small, reddish-brown seeds, borne on the annatto tree, are used to impart a rich yellow color and mild, distinctive flavor to foods such as rice and sauces. Suggested Uses: Directions for Use: Cover seeds with water and simmer for five minutes. Turn off the heat and soak in water for an hour. Cool before grinding. Origin: South America/Africa Sourcing Notes: Native to tropical Central and South America but now widely distributed throughout the tropics. Currently the two largest producing/exporting countries are Peru and Kenya. Kosher: KSA Certified Common Name: Annatto Plant Part: Seed Bar Code: 0-89836-00217-4	16 oz	Foil Bag	13.00

These small, reddish-brown seeds from the annatto tree are used to impart a rich yellow color and mild, distinctive flavor to foods such as rice and sauces.

Botanical name: Bixa orellana L.

Directions: Cover seeds with water and simmer for five minutes. Turn off the heat and soak in water for an hour. Cool before grinding.

	RECIPE	PREP TIME	COOK TIME
Dressings & Dips
	Annatto Oil	15 min	—
Main Dishes
	Caribbean-Style Fish	30 min	30 min
	Chili-Roasted Vegetables	10 min	20 min
	Spice-rubbed Chicken Thigh Taco	20 min	1 hr
Vegetarian Main Dishes
	Chili-Roasted Vegetables	10 min	20 min

Native to tropical Central and South America but now widely distributed throughout the tropics. Currently the two largest producing/exporting countries are Peru and Kenya.