Poppy Seeds

Poppy seed is also known as Maw seed or Khas Khas or Kas Kas.

It is available in whole or ground seed.

Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Will keep indefinitely.

Poppy seeds have a slight but pleasantly nutty aroma with a sweet undertone. They have no narcotic properties.

Generally the poppy seeds available in the grocery stores are blue and come from Holland.

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Poppy seed is a spice from the opium poppy. Opium poppy is native to the Middle East and produces very small slate blue, brown, white or yellow seed that has a nutty flavor and have a crunchy texture.

Poppy seeds are generally used in baking in breads, crackers, cakes, pastries or in salads, especially coleslaw and cream based dressings and curries. Or you can just sprinkle as a garnish for any recipe.