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annatto
noun[ U ]
uk /əˈnæt.əʊ/ us /əˈnɑːt̬.oʊ/
annattonoun[U] (SEED)
the seed of a tropical tree, used to add flavour to food:
Add a pinch of annatto to give your stew a bit of extra flavour.
Annatto seeds have a slightly bitter flavour.
This is a classic Mexican stew made with pork, annatto seeds, and citrus juice.
I've altered my recipe slightly for people who can't get hold of ingredients like annatto.
Orange Cheddar is coloured with annatto.
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annattonoun[U] (DYE)
a substance made from annatto seeds that is used to give things a bright orange or red colour:
Annatto has been used as a dye since ancient times.
Annatto is used to colour food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Synonym
achiote
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