Plump, moist, aromatic and supple. These gorgeous Tahitian vanilla pods from Papua New Guinea are gourmet grade and highly sought after by pastry chefs worldwide for their beautifully sweet floral flavour. The aroma is floral with undertones of ripe fruit with a deep and rich taste of cherry chocolate, licorice, and caramel.
The Vanilla Tahitensis of Papua New Guinea is also known for its stunning appearance. These beans are plump, pungent, and rich in oil, with a gorgeously thick black outer pod. Tahitian vanilla pairs particularly well with spring berries, and tropical fruits. The beans, or pods, are shorter and broader than their Bourbon Planifolia cousins. Because the flavor compounds of Tahitian Vanilla are more susceptible to heat than Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla, Tahitian Vanilla is best used in foods that don't require intense heat to prepare, such as short-bake and no-bake recipes. They are best paired with delicate desserts, such as fruit-based items, ice creams, and custards.
Whole vanilla beans have a more complex vanilla flavor than extract. Use the pods and the tiny seeds within to infuse sauces and custards.
Origin: Papua New Guinea
Type: Tahitensis
Moisture content: 25% - 33%
Vanillin content: 1.5% and more
Length: 15-17cm
Grade: Grade A, Gourmet, Organic
Colour: Super Black
Aromatic, Supple
Packing: Vacuum-sealed bags
Handling/Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Perfect for:
Liquids: Syrups, Vanilla Essence
Desserts & Sweet Breakfast: cakes, doughnuts, pancakes
Milk-based food and drinks: ice cream, shakes, latte, hot cocoa
Self-care products: aroma therapy, sugar exfoliating scrubs
How to Cut:
Step 1: Take one vanilla pod and a small sharp knife, slice down the centre of the pod
Step 2: Gently remove the seeds by running your knife along the edge
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