Many times you have wondered what are those black dots that some rolls or canapés have and that remind us of a spice of dwarf caviar or sesame. Well, we will answer you in case you have not resolved your question. They are poppy seeds.
The seeds are extracted once the cute poppy plant dries. These tiny seeds are usually a color that ranges from light gray to black through brownish blue. Beyond its relaxing and expectorant properties, as we have already told you, Poppy seeds are used in bakery recipes, pastries, sauces or decoration of dishes in order to provide both an aromatic and visual effect.
Poppy seeds have a taste something sweet with a light touch of nuts such as walnuts or almonds. If we are going to include them in a raw preparation or that does not require cooking, it is better to toast them a little in the pan to enhance their flavor. Visually, especially in light-colored foods, They are attractive and "elegant" because of that splashed black color they provide. And this is very important because everyone, especially children, eats with our eyes.
You can find them in health food stores and herbalists at a convenient price since they weigh very little and keep for a long time.
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