{"product_id":"greek-carob-whole-seeds-ceratonia-siliqua","title":"Greek Carob Whole Seeds ~ Ceratonia Siliqua","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreek Carob Whole Seeds ~ Ceratonia Siliqua \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:Greece.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole carob seeds (Greek Carob Seeds) come from the tree Ceratonia siliqua and have been known in Greece since ancient times as “keratia”. Although most people consume the flesh of the carob tree, the seeds themselves are the most valuable part of the fruit for the food industry and gastronomy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Taste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe seeds are extremely hard and cannot be easily chewed without processing (soaking or boiling).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e In their raw form they have a neutral to slightly sweet flavor. When roasted, they develop an aroma reminiscent of nuts and cocoa .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to prepare them at home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you have whole seeds and want to use them:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftening: Soak them in water for 2-5 days or boil them for 20 minutes to soften them enough to open.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting: If you want to grind them for a beverage, lightly roast them in a pan until they release their aroma. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer: These statements and products have not been evaluated by the FDA. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. If you have a health concern or condition, consult your doctor. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet or using any new product.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HerbTradeHellas","offers":[{"title":"20gr(0.70oz)","offer_id":57271852761462,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30gr(1.05oz)","offer_id":57271852794230,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"70gr(2.50oz)","offer_id":57271852826998,"sku":null,"price":13.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"150gr(5.30oz)","offer_id":57271852859766,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"200gr(7.05oz)","offer_id":57271852892534,"sku":null,"price":15.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"400gr(14.10oz)","offer_id":57271852925302,"sku":null,"price":21.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"750gr(26.45oz)","offer_id":57271852958070,"sku":null,"price":34.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"900gr(2lbs)","offer_id":57271852990838,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5kg(3.3lbs)","offer_id":57271853023606,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.9kg(4.2lbs)","offer_id":57271853056374,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/0100\/0054\/files\/IMG_2453-Photoroom.jpg?v=1778056430","url":"https:\/\/herbtradehellas.com\/products\/greek-carob-whole-seeds-ceratonia-siliqua","provider":"HerbTradeHellas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}