Chia Seeds

Description

Native to parts of Mexico and Guatemala, the tiny black or white chia seeds were cultivated by Aztecs and Mayans. With a mild, nutty flavor, they nicely enhance dishes from smoothies to pilafs, yogurt, oatmeal, and salads, providing omega fatty acids and sustained energy. Chia seeds expand considerably in liquid, which makes them useful for thickening jams and mustard. When mixed with water, they form a gel resembling raw egg useful for binding veggie burgers or letting dough rise without eggs or gluten. A versatile ancient Mesoamerican superfood.