Regal 16 oz. Annatto Seeds in Flip-Top Containers - 12 per Case

Regal Annatto Seed offers a distinctive brick-red, triangular seed that imparts a rich yellow-orange color to foods. Commonly used in Caribbean, Latin American, and Filipino cuisines, these dried seeds serve both as a spice and a natural coloring agent in dishes like butter, rice, smoked fish, and cheeses. To extract color, steep 1 to 2 teaspoons of seeds in half a cup of warm oil or water for 10 to 15 minutes, then strain before use. Alternatively, sauté the seeds in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes until the color releases, then strain.

Annatto seeds have a slightly bitter, earthy, and peppery flavor with a hint of minty aroma. When ground, they can be added to soups or stews or made into a paste for spreading on fish or pork before grilling. These seeds should be cooked or ground prior to consumption, as they are not intended to be eaten directly. Each case contains twelve 16-ounce containers equipped with flip-top lids for easy pouring. This product is vegan and vegetarian friendly.

The total case size is 12 pounds with a shipping weight of 12 pounds. The seeds are classified as dried seeds and belong to the annatto spice type in the seeds and berries style category.

Product Specifications

Quantity: 12/Case

Shipping Weight: 12 lb.

Features: Vegan Vegetarian

Flavor Profile: Caribbean Latin

Package Size: 16 oz.

Spice Type: Annatto

Style: Seeds and Berries

Total Case Size: 12 lb.

Type: Dried Seeds

Imparts a yellow-orange color in foods

Adds texture and flavor to dishes after cooking or grinding; not intended for direct consumption

Common in Latin American cuisine

Adds natural color and mild earthy flavor to rice, stews, soups, sauces, and marinades

Accessible container with a flip-top lid is great for any pantry