🇲🇹Vanillaspecks

Madagascar Vanilla Bean Preparator and Exporter – Madagascar Spice Exporter. We aim at supplying sustainable vanilla bought directly from small Farmers in SAVA.

Where do vanilla beans come from?

Vanilla beans come from a tropical orchid plant called Vanilla planifolia, which is native to Mexico but is now grown in many other parts of the world, including Madagascar, Tahiti, and Indonesia.

What makes Madagascar vanilla beans so special?

Madagascar produces some of the finest vanilla beans in the world, particularly the Bourbon variety. These beans are prized for their high quality, intense flavor, and aroma, which are the result of the region’s hot and humid climate and the labor-intensive process of hand-pollination and curing.

What is the difference between vanilla extract and vanilla bean?

Vanilla extract is made by soaking vanilla beans in alcohol and water, which extracts the flavor compounds from the beans. Vanilla beans, on the other hand, are the whole pods that contain the seeds that give vanilla its flavor. Using vanilla beans in cooking or baking provides a more intense and complex flavor than using vanilla extract.

How do I use vanilla beans in cooking?

To use vanilla beans, you can split the bean down the middle and scrape out the seeds with a knife. The seeds can be added to a variety of dishes, including custards, ice cream, cakes, and other baked goods, to provide a rich vanilla flavor. The leftover vanilla bean pod can also be used to make vanilla sugar or infused in milk or cream.

Are there any health benefits to using vanilla beans?

Vanilla beans contain antioxidants and other compounds that may have health benefits, such as reducing inflammation and improving mental health. However, the amount of these compounds in vanilla beans is relatively small, so it is unlikely that consuming vanilla beans in moderation will have a significant impact on overall health.

BUY VANILLA BEAN online in Madagascar at www.levanillier.com