How to use Vanilla Beans from Tahiti

Slofoodgroup Team November 12, 2017

How to scrap and clean a Tahitian Vanilla Bean

Tahitian vanilla beans are indeed something special, so much so that they can even be cleaned using an alternative method that won't work for other vanilla beans. The method is super simple and you can learn how in this short video!

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Learn how to clean a Tahitian Vanilla Bean in this short video

For a quick and easy tip on how to effortlessly clean our delicious Tahitian Vanilla beans from Tahiti, by Pastry Chef Kriss Harvey. While this trick only works with this specific vanilla beans from Tahiti, we do carry many other great varieties of vanilla beans that are sure to suit your needs.

How to clean vanilla beans.

There are a variety of ways to clean other types of vanilla beans. Here's just one:

Cut each vanilla bean in half, lengthwise, and lay it outer-pod-side down. Using the back of a knife (or an oyster shucker, or the back of a spoon), gently scrape the seeds out by running the dull side of the knife down from end-to-end. Use the seeds in your favorite recipes, or try one of ours!