Description
Mama Sita Achuete (Annatto) Powder is a classic Filipino seasoning made from ground annatto seeds. It is used mainly to give dishes a warm, natural yellow-orange color along with a mild, subtly earthy flavor. A small amount goes a long way, making it a handy pantry staple for everyday Filipino cooking.
- Type: annatto (achuete) seasoning powder
- Main use: natural color and mild flavor
- Great for: kare-kare, adobo, pancit and rice dishes
- Net weight: 0.35 oz
How to use: Dissolve the powder in a little warm water or oil, then add it to your dish while cooking to build a rich color and gentle flavor. Adjust the amount to reach the shade and taste you like.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place and reseal after each use.
Bot dieu Mama Sita lam tu hat dieu mau, dung de tao mau vang cam tu nhien va vi nhe cho mon an. Hoa bot voi chut nuoc am hoac dau roi cho vao mon dang nau nhu kare-kare, adobo, pancit hay com. Nem luong vua theo mau va vi mong muon. De noi kho mat, day kin sau khi dung.
What is it used for? / Dung de lam gi?
Mainly to add natural color and mild flavor. Chu yeu de tao mau va vi nhe cho mon an.
How do I use it? / Dung the nao?
Dissolve in warm water or oil, then add while cooking. Hoa voi nuoc am hoac dau roi cho vao khi nau.
What dishes suit it? / Hop mon nao?
Kare-kare, adobo, pancit and rice dishes. Kare-kare, adobo, pancit va cac mon com.
