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Annatto

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Definition: Annatto is a tropical evergreen shrub (Bixa orellana) that has heart-shaped leaves and pink flowers. Annatto paste and powder are derivatives of achiote seeds used to color butter, margarine, cheese and smoked fish.
Pronunciation: [uh-NAH-toh]
Also Known As: Achiote
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