Norohy Organic Madagascar Vanilla Beans 4.4 oz.

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These Norohy organic vanilla beans are the secret ingredient you need to turn your culinary creations into extraordinary gourmet masterpieces! In the Maroantsetra and Mananara regions of Madagascar, expert farmers carefully hand-pollinate delicate white and yellow vanilla orchid flowers to produce long seed pods that resemble green beans. These pods ripen on the vine under the tropical sun for over 6 months before being hand-harvested and cured. From pollinating to harvesting to curing, it takes over a year to transform the fragrant flowers of vanilla orchids into distinctive, long, dark brown vanilla beans. This time- and skill-intensive process results in vanilla with an unparalleled flavor that cannot be matched by synthetic alternatives. Thanks to its carefully selected terroir and patient cultivation, Norohy vanilla is in a class of its own; these non-split vanilla beans are rich in oils and vanillin, ensuring they'll add deep vanilla flavor and a variety of woody and floral aromas to your confections.

Vanilla beans might seem like an intimidating gourmet ingredient, but they're surprisingly easy to work with! To remove the seeds from your vanilla beans, begin by cutting a slit down the length of a bean with a sharp knife. Spread the bean open to expose the seeds, then flip your knife over and use the dull side to carefully scrape the seeds out of both sides of the pod. While the seeds may be the star of the show, you shouldn't throw away the pod! Try using the empty pods to infuse salt, sugar, or simple syrup with the exotic taste of vanilla.

Once you've scraped the seeds out of the pod, your options for using them are practically limitless! They can be used in any recipe that calls for vanilla extract or vanilla paste. These delicate vanilla seeds are a great way to add visual interest to your recipes and baked goods! Blend them into rich frostings for a gourmet topping that will make your cakes and cupcakes stand out, or fold them into house-made ice cream for a decadent treat your customers are sure to remember. Vanilla seeds also make a great addition to creme brulee, pudding, pound cake, milkshakes, gelato, or any menu offering that could use a bit of gourmet flair! Add them to batters for cakes, cookies, or even pancakes to enhance your recipes with rich vanilla flavor and specks of vanilla seeds. Scoop a bit into your signature tomato sauce, where its velvety taste will add richness and depth of flavor while tempering the acidity of the tomatoes! You can even try using the seeds from these vanilla beans in glazes for poultry, seafood, or pork. No matter how you choose to use them, these vanilla beans will be a versatile addition to your menu! 1 vanilla bean is equivalent to 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract or vanilla paste. Each 4.4 oz. pouch contains approximately 25-30 vanilla beans.

Norohy was created on the belief that producing exceptional vanilla requires exceptional practices. Norohy's journey to great vanilla begins with the selection of the best growing regions, carefully chosen for their terroir and climate. They employ traditional, organic farming practices that don't cut corners to ensure they're producing beans that meet the highest quality standards. Norohy is committed to investing in the environments and communities that nurture their exceptional vanilla; by investing in educational opportunities for harvesters, keeping each step of the production process on-site to benefit the local community, and providing transparent supply chain traceability, Norohy forges bonds with the people and places that make their vanilla great. Plus, as a Valrhona partner, Norohy products will meet the most rigorous demands of pastry chefs and deliver legendary Valrhona quality.