Natural Food Coloring Annatto or Achiote Oil
Annatto oil also known as achiote oil is a great natural way to add color and slightly enhance flavor in recipes. This oil is used in cooking but is also used in beauty products as well.
It has been used for a very long time in countries throughout the world.
The seeds of the annatto plant are also used to create a paste that is also used in recipes. Annatto can also be found in powder form and used in recipes in that way.
Any way it is utilized it is a great way to add natural color to food without adding any chemicals.
Give this amazing ingredient that nature has provided a try and see just how amazing this gem really is.
This recipe is used in cooking to add color and slightly enhance flavor.
Ingredients
2 cups oil
1 cup whole annatto seeds
Directions
- Heat oil over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add annatto seeds. Stir occasionally.
- When it begins to simmer, stir and leave for about 1-2 minutes then remove from heat.
- Leave to cool completely.
- Strain the oil into a glass container to remove the seeds. It is best to use a glass container with a lid for storage.
- If using a funnel to pour the achiote oil, I recommend spraying the funnel with oil to prevent it from staining.
- ~Achiote oil is used as a natural food coloring in recipes and it also adds a slight taste.
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