Removing vanilla seeds from the pod

  • 6 October 2014

About this technique

Skill level

Easy

Equipment

Sharp knife

Splitting the vanilla pods and removing the seeds helps to release their flavour.

• With a sharp knife, slit the vanilla pod lengthways.

• Scrape the seeds out with the knife tip.

• Add the seeds to the dish you're cooking.

Used vanilla pods can be washed and dried thoroughly then re-used to flavour sugar. Simply pop one into a sealable jar of sugar and leave to infuse.

Recipes using this technique