Vanilla is one of the most popular flavourings in the world. Its sweet, creamy aroma enriches many cakes, desserts, drinks and other foods.
The history of vanilla
Vanilla is a plant originally native to Central America. The Maya and Aztec Indians have used it as a flavouring and medicine for thousands of years. Introduced to Europe by the Spanish conquistadors, vanilla quickly spread around the world.
The vanilla varieties
There are more than 100 known varieties of vanilla, the most popular being Bourbon vanilla, Madagascar vanilla and Tahitian vanilla.
Uses of vanilla
There are many ways to use vanilla. The simplest way is to cut the seeds from the inside of the vanilla pod and mix them into cakes, desserts or ice cream. The seeds of vanilla pods can also be dried and used later.
Vanilla pods can also be used to make vanilla essence. To do this, place the seeds cut from the inside of the vanilla pods in a glass jar and pour alcohol such as vodka or rum over them. The jar is sealed and stored in a dark place at room temperature. The essence is strained after about 6 weeks and can be used to flavour cakes, desserts, ice creams and drinks.
Vanilla can also be used in the following ways:
- For flavouring coffee, tea and other beverages
- For seasoning salads, salads, meat dishes and vegetables
- To flavour sweets such as candy, chocolate and bonbons
- For pain relief
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