Poppy Seeds Blue

Description

Poppy Seeds Blue are an oilseed grown on the opium poppy plant. The seeds have a bluish black colour and are kidney-shaped. They are used for their flavour and as a decoration. There are 2 main varieties, white and blue. The white poppy seeds are used more in curries as a thickening agent and are more subtle in flavour. They both have a pleasant sweet nutty flavour, that compliments savoury & sweet cooking. They work well in various baked goods such as muffins and cakes and their earthiness compliments citrus flavours like orange and lemon. They can be used when your dish calls for a subtle crunchy texture.

Culinary Notes:

• Use in traditional Christmas cakes and tortes using poppy seeds.
• Use to flavour breads, cakes, rolls, biscuits and cookies. Also, add to orange and poppy seed muffins.
• Sprinkle over pasta dishes.

Health benefits: 

Poppy seeds blue contain a rich resource of carbohydrates and calcium that are considered to be a good source of energy. Poppy seeds blue´s oil is rich in linoleic acid, health and protecting the heart against cardiovascular diseases and heart attacks.

Country of origin: 

Holland

Other names or spelling: Blue Poppy Seed, White Poppy Seed, Maw Seed, Papaver somniferum