Poppy Seed

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Poppy seeds are a popular addition to many baked goods and culinary dishes. For thousands of years, poppy seeds have been harvested primarily in Central Europe. Known for their nutty, distinct flavor, poppy seeds are used regularly in baking pastries and breads, including bagels, muffins and cookies. They are also used as a decorative garnish in many dishes adding texture and flavor.

The tiny, oilseed comes from the pod of a poppy plant – opium poppy (Papaver somniferum). The pod is picked from the stalk and harvested and dried, producing millions of tiny oilseeds. Poppy seeds are very high in oil and can be pressed into poppy seed oil or paste for use in kitchen as well.

Traditional poppy seeds are normally dark blue to black in color or perhaps a bluish-gray. However, other colors exist and are chosen for specific usages. For example, German and Polish cuisines tend to prefer blue poppy seeds, while other cultures, when using poppy seeds as a sauce thickener, prefer white poppy seeds. Mount Hope only carries the dark blue-black variety.

Regardless of color, poppy seeds are a rich source of vitamins like thiamine and folate as well as minerals like calcium, manganese, potassium and magnesium. Poppy seeds:

  • Create a strong antioxidant defense
  • Aid digestion
  • Improve cognitive function
  • Support healthy bone development
  • Help manage blood pressure

Ingredients: Poppy Seeds