Weight: 100g
Dried tonka beans (Dipteryx odorata) come from the Amazon rainforest. Their flavor combines warm vanilla and almond with undertones of cherry and clove, and the aroma is prized in gourmet cooking and perfumery.
- Vegan.
- Gluten-free.
- Keto-friendly: low in carbs.
Usage: grate to infuse desserts, sauces or beverages with its aroma and taste; also used in perfume-making. Suggested portion size: half a tablespoon (approx. 5 grams).
Nutritional facts (portion size 1 tablespoon, approx. 10 grams):
- Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 0.5g
- Iron: 10% DV
- Magnesium: 8% DV
Recipe idea, tonka almond milk: heat 2 cups almond milk, add 1 grated tonka bean and 1 tbsp agave syrup. Enjoy warm or chilled; store in the refrigerator for up to two days.
Expired beans can be mixed with dried flower petals as potpourri. Store in a cool, dry place.