1. Home
  2. Food & Drink
  3. Latin Caribbean Food

Achiote Seeds

By Hector Rodriguez, About.com

Picture of Annatto Seeds

Annatto Seeds

© 2006 Hector Rodriguez
Definition: Achiote seeds are the slightly musky-flavored seed of the annatto tree and is available whole or ground in Spanish and Latin American markets. Purchase whole seeds that are red, not brown.
Pronunciation: [ah-chee-OH-tay]
Also Known As: Annatto

Explore Latin Caribbean Food

More from About.com

  1. Home
  2. Food & Drink
  3. Latin Caribbean Food
  4. Latin Cooking Basics
  5. Glossary & Pronunciation
  6. Achiote Seeds

©2008 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.