Bourbon Vanilla Pods from Madagascar – Gourmet Quality
Our Bourbon vanilla pods (Vanilla planifolia) from Madagascar are valued for their natural and sweet aroma. They are ideal for refining desserts, baked goods, and select savory dishes.
🌿 Bourbon Vanilla – Natural Aroma for Your Creations
These premium pods offer a balanced flavor with soft, sweet notes. Popular in custards, creams, and ice cream recipes, they also pair well with spices such as:
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Why Choose Our Bourbon Vanilla Pods?
- 100% real vanilla from selected farms in Madagascar
- Natural vanillin content typical of Bourbon vanilla
- Carefully fermented, dried, and hand-selected
- Suitable for homemade vanilla extract or vanilla powder
- Vacuum-sealed for freshness – 15 to 18 cm long
- Price: from €189.90/kg – available online
How to Use Vanilla Pods
Split the pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. They add a rich aroma to crème brûlée, puddings, custards, and cake batters. The empty pod can be dried and ground into vanilla powder.
Vanilla Pod Characteristics
These dark brown pods are flexible, shiny, and filled with tiny, aromatic seeds. Even small quantities are enough to flavor both sweet and savory creations.
5 Culinary Uses for Vanilla
- Vanilla custard with berry compote – for a refined dessert
- French toast with caramelized bananas – brunch favorite
- Vanilla-glazed carrots – for an aromatic side dish
- Risotto with saffron and vanilla – gourmet twist
- Vanilla-infused cocktails – ideal for creative drinks
Production and Processing
Vanilla orchids take about three years to flower. Pollination must be done by hand within 48 hours of blooming. After pollination, it takes several months for the pods to mature. Harvested green pods are blanched at 70 °C, then fermented and dried over weeks to develop their full aroma. This traditional process reduces weight: 4–6 kg of green pods yield around 1 kg of dried vanilla.
Can Vanilla Be Grown at Home?
Yes, but it requires a tropical or greenhouse climate, high humidity, and sunlight. Manual pollination and climbing support are essential. Cultivation is possible but challenging.
Storage Instructions
Store your vanilla pods in an airtight container in a cool, dry, and dark place. If the pods dry out, rehydrate them briefly in warm water. Dried pods can also be ground into powder for extended use.
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