Annatto Seeds (10 x 1kg)

Whole annatto seeds are dried, brick-red seeds used for colour and a mild, peppery, slightly nutty flavour by restaurants, takeaways, caterers and food manufacturers across the UK. Also sold as achiote, they are infused into oil, water or marinades to give dishes a deep golden-orange tone without heavy spicing. A wholesale bulk box keeps a commercial kitchen supplied for batch cooking, sauces and rice dishes.

Key Features of Wholesale Annatto Seeds

• Bulk & Wholesale Supply: Supplied as a bulk pack for restaurants, takeaways, caterers, wholesalers and re-packers who use annatto every week.
• Trade Pricing: Buying in bulk at trade price is cost-effective, because a small measure of seed colours a large batch of oil or sauce.
• Whole Seed Form: The seeds are infused rather than eaten. They release colour into warm oil or water and are strained out before service. The seeds are very hard, so grind only with a commercial spice mill.
• Colour and Flavour: Gives a vivid orange-red colour with an earthy, peppery and lightly nutty note that stays in the background of the dish.
• Make Annatto Oil In-House: Warm the seeds gently in oil, then strain. Keep the heat low, as overheated seeds can turn the oil bitter.
• Storage & Handling for Bulk Packs: Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from strong odours. Reseal after every use.

Popular Recipes Using Annatto Seeds

These dishes are served in UK kitchens and are often searched for alongside annatto and achiote.

• Cochinita Pibil: seeds blended into a recado rojo marinade for slow-roast pork.
• Tacos al Pastor: achiote adds red-orange colour to the marinated pork.
• Pollo Asado: infused oil or paste colours and seasons grilled chicken.
• Arroz Amarillo: annatto oil turns the rice an even golden yellow.
• Arroz con Gandules: annatto oil forms the coloured base for the rice and pigeon peas.
• Chicken Inasal: annatto oil is brushed over grilled chicken for colour.
• Kare-Kare: annatto oil gives the Filipino oxtail and peanut stew its orange tint.
• Tamales: annatto oil colours and flavours the masa dough.
• Red Leicester Cheese: the traditional colouring for the deep orange cheese.
• Seasoned Fish Fillets: a quick annatto oil glaze adds colour before grilling.

Who Uses Wholesale Annatto Seeds?

• Perfect for Restaurants: One batch of annatto oil colours several menu items, so chefs keep a consistent look across Latin American, Filipino and Caribbean dishes.
• Perfect for Takeaways: Colour rice and marinades quickly during busy service, with a dry ingredient that needs no refrigeration.
• Perfect for Caterers: Colour large volumes of rice and stew evenly for events, using catering ingredients that are simple to portion.
• Perfect for Food Manufacturers: A whole seed suits ready meals, sauces, seasoning blends and cheese production that need dependable colour from a dry ingredient.
• Perfect for Wholesalers and Re-packers: Repack whole seeds into retail pouches for Latin, Filipino and Caribbean grocery customers.

Wholesalers, chefs, restaurants, caterers and food producers of every size across the UK can buy annatto seeds in bulk at wholesale price. Order your bulk box of annatto seeds today and keep your kitchen stocked at trade price.