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Sussex Coriander Seeds
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These aromatic coriander seeds are grown at on the Cinder Hill Estate at Horsted Keynes in West Sussex. |
Grown primarily as a botanical for distillers, this British-grown coriander seed is of exceptional quality with a high oil content and superb citrus aroma.
The seeds make a delicate but flavoursome seasoning for curries, dal, soups and other dishes. For maximum flavour gently toast the seeds in a dry pan before using whole, crushed or freshly ground.
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Pure Norfolk Saffron Threads
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The new 2020 crop saffron, grown by Dr Sally Francis of Norfolk Saffron at Burnham Market in North Norfolk, is now in! |
Norfolk Saffron's super strength saffron is amazing in sweet and savoury dishes. As a category I saffron, it goes much further than you might expect,. One jar will make 12 portions of saffron risotto.
This saffron was harvested in October / November 2020. It's yet to be graded but last year's crop had a colouring strength of 277.9 (category I), measured under the international ISO 3632 standard. Only the finest saffron samples in the world achieve category I with a colouring strength over 250, indicating high levels of crocin, picrocrocin and safranal, and so high colouring potential and strength of flavour.
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How to use
Take the required amount of saffron (see below), crumble or grind it and then infuse it in a liquid suitable for your recipe (water, stock or milk) for at least 20 mins, or overnight. This is important to get the maximum colour, flavour and aroma from the saffron. Add the saffron infusion into your recipe.
How much to use
Saffron quantities for cooking are measured in grams, pinches, or numbers of threads. Assuming you don't have laboratory scales in your kitchen, by far the best way to get accurate results is to count of the number of threads required.
A saffron flower contains three joined threads, but for our advice below, quantities refer to single separated threads. A 0.3g jar of Norfolk Saffron typically contains over 100 threads.
Here are Norfolk Saffron's suggestions for cooking with their saffron*:
- Risotto: Use 30 threads for 4 servings made using 300g (12oz) of Arborio rice.
- Pilau: Use 15 threads per 150g (6oz) Basmati rice.
- Paella: Use 50 threads in a recipe to serve 4.
- Breads: For a subtle, honeyed flavour only, use 15 threads per 450g (1lb) flour. For a strong saffron flavour and a rich golden colour, use 60 threads per 450g (1lb) flour.
- Pastry and plain biscuits: Use 15-20 threads per 200g (8oz) flour.
- Sweet puddings: Bread & butter pudding to serve 4-6, use 20 threads.
- Jams: Use 20 threads per 450g (1lb) fruit. Infuse the saffron in a very small amount of water. Add it to the preserving pan's contents just before setting point is reached.
* These guidelines have been developed with Norfolk Saffron. Larger quantities will be required if weaker alternative brands are used.
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Ingredients
Saffron
Allergy information
No allergens
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Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
Smoked Norfolk Saffron Threads
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The world's first smoked saffron! This amazing 2020 crop saffron was grown by Dr Sally Francis of Norfolk Saffron at Burnham Market in Norfolk and smoked through her secret two-step process. Norfolk Saffron's unique Smoked Saffron imparts a wonderful smoky-saffron flavour to savoury dishes. |
This Smoked Saffron is made from Norfolk's Saffron's delicious pure saffron threads using a secret two-step process. First it's exposed to smoke from oak sawdust for an optimised time period in a traditional smokehouse, and second, Norfolk Saffron give it their essential post-smoking treatment.
Smoked saffron combines saffron's wonderful flavour and aroma with the richness of natural smoke. The threads are slightly darker than natural saffron.
Norfolk Saffron's super strength smoked saffron is amazing in sweet and savoury dishes. As a category I saffron, it goes much further than you might expect,. One jar will make 12 portions of saffron risotto.
This saffron was harvested in October / November 2020. It's yet to be graded but last year's crop had a colouring strength of 277.9 (category I), measured under the international ISO 3632 standard. Only the finest saffron samples in the world achieve category I with a colouring strength over 250, indicating high levels of crocin, picrocrocin and safranal, and so high colouring potential and strength of flavour.
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How to use
Take the required amount of saffron (see below), crumble or grind it and then infuse it in a liquid suitable for your recipe (water, stock or milk) for at least 20 mins, or overnight. This is important to get the maximum colour, flavour and aroma from the saffron. Add the saffron infusion into your recipe.
How much to use
Saffron quantities for cooking are measured in grams, pinches, or numbers of threads. Assuming you don't have laboratory scales in your kitchen, by far the best way to get accurate results is to count of the number of threads required.
A saffron flower contains three joined threads, but for our advice below, quantities refer to single separated threads. A 0.3g jar of Norfolk Saffron typically contains over 100 threads.
Here are Norfolk Saffron's suggestions for cooking with their saffron*:
- Risotto: Use 30 threads for 4 servings made using 300g (12oz) of Arborio rice.
- Pilau: Use 15 threads per 150g (6oz) Basmati rice.
- Paella: Use 50 threads in a recipe to serve 4.
- Savoury Breads: For a subtle smoky-saffron flavour only, use 15 threads per 450g (1lb) flour. For a strong smoky-saffron flavour and a rich golden colour, use 60 threads per 450g (1lb) flour.
* These guidelines have been developed with Norfolk Saffron. Larger quantities will be required if weaker alternative brands are used.
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Ingredients
Smoked Saffron
Allergy information
No allergens
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Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
Cornish Marigold Flowers
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Perfect for infusions or in place of saffron in cooking. |
Grown, hand-picked and dried at Trenow Fields by St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall, our marigold flowers make a deliciously nutty alternative to saffron in cooking or a delicate and soothing infusion.
These flowers have been grown, picked, dried and packed on the St Michael's ley line, which links Trenow Fields with Hodmedod's Bean Store in Suffolk.
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Cornish Lemon Balm Tea
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Perfect for infusions. Delicate notes of citrus flavours, smooth, grounding and yet light on the tongue. Traditionally used as a mood enhancer and energising. |
Grown, hand-picked and dried at Trenow Fields by St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall, this dried lemon balm makes a delicate and soothing infusion.
The lemon balm was grown, picked, dried and packed at far end of the St Michael's ley line, which links Trenow Fields with Hodmedod's Bean Store in Suffolk.
Trenow Fields is a new haven for nature, nestled beside the turquoise waters of Mount's Bay near Penzance, regenerating a healthier land to support healthier lives. Organic by nature, the Trenow team are improving biodiversity and the health of our soils to sustainably grow delicious food and medicinal herbs for our local community and beyond. Their wild foraged nettle teas and field-grown lemon balm are the first of a herbal tea range. Bursting with flavour and health-giving properties, each tea captures the unique vibrancy of this ancient and beautiful, bee-filled land by the ocean. Grown by nature, harvested with care and packaged with love, Trenow Fields hope you can taste the goodness with every sip.
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Cornish Nettle Tea
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Perfect for infusions. Rich earthy flavours, sweet, mellow and smooth to sip. Calming and balancing, and traditionally used to support women’s health. |
Grown, hand-picked and dried at Trenow Fields by St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall, these dried nettle leaves make a delicate and soothing infusion.
The nettles were picked, dried and packed at far end of the St Michael's ley line, which links Trenow Fields with Hodmedod's Bean Store in Suffolk.
Trenow Fields is a new haven for nature, nestled beside the turquoise waters of Mount's Bay near Penzance, regenerating a healthier land to support healthier lives. Organic by nature, the Trenow team are improving biodiversity and the health of our soils to sustainably grow delicious food and medicinal herbs for our local community and beyond. Their wild foraged nettle teas and field-grown lemon balm are the first of a herbal tea range. Bursting with flavour and health-giving properties, each tea captures the unique vibrancy of this ancient and beautiful, bee-filled land by the ocean. Grown by nature, harvested with care and packaged with love, Trenow Fields hope you can taste the goodness with every sip.
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Cornish Oregano
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Perfect for seasoning bean stews and more. |
Grown, hand-picked and dried at Trenow Fields by St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall, our dried oregano is an intensely peppery and aromatic herb.
This oregano has been grown, picked, dried and packed on the St Michael's ley line, which links Trenow Fields with Hodmedod's Bean Store in Suffolk.
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