What is Annatto? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Annatto?

Annato is a natural coloring agent from the seed of the achiote tree.These small seeds are dark reddish-orange and are wrinkly and dried. Annatto is a natural way to add a yellow or orange color to food. It has a mild flavor that is nutty, with a hint of nutmeg and pepper. Annatto is used in small amounts to add color to rice and other dishes common to Latin American cooking.

What does Annatto Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

Annatto Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 teaspoon2.5g

teaspoon

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	4kcal	0%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	N/A
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	3g	1%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	1g	1%
Cholesterol	N/A
Sodium	N/A

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Ingredients That Contain Annatto

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Annatto?

1 teaspoon of Annatto contains 1 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Annatto?

1 teaspoon of Annatto contains 3 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Annatto?

1 teaspoon of Annatto contains 0 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Annatto?

1 teaspoon of Annatto contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 teaspoon of Annatto?

There are 4 calories in 1 teaspoon of Annatto.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Annatto?

There are 41 calories in 1 oz of Annatto.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Annatto?

There are 653 calories in 1 pound of Annatto.

How many calories are in 1 cup of Annatto?

There are 173 calories in 1 cup of Annatto.

How many calories are in 1 tablespoon of Annatto?

There are 9 calories in 1 tablespoon of Annatto.