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By Beverly Cox and Martin Jacobs
Published 2006
The small, hard, brick-red seeds of Bixa orellana, a tropical tree. Sold in Cuba either in the form of seeds or in a powdered spice seasoning called bijol. The flavor of achiote is subtle; its main use in cooking is to impart a beautiful red or golden color to other foods. It is sometimes substituted for the much more expensive saffron.
© 2006 All rights reserved. Published by Abrams Books.