White poppy seeds are used in Burma although there is very little to distinguish them from the blue poppy seeds commonly found in the supermarkets. When roasted the seeds have a nutty, sweet flavour and add a crunchy texture.
Blue poppy seeds
Supermarkets, Asian stores
Rice vermicelli are thin noodles made from rice flour and sold dried. Before using, soak in water until soft then boil until cooked…
Green mangos are used in salads, pickles and curries. It is different to ripe eating mango – the flesh is a pale green…
Roselle buds, also known as hibiscus buds or sorrel, are a unique and flavourful ingredient used in culinary creations in SE Asia…