Description

White Poppy Seeds (Safed Khus Khus) (سفید خشخاش)

What  is White Poppy Seeds ?

• White Poppy Seeds also known as Safed Khashkhaash (سفید خشخاش) Tiny white seeds from the poppy plant. In desi kitchens they’re called “Safed Khus Khus” or Posta/Poshto.
• They taste mild and slightly sweet. When roasted or ground, they become creamy and thicken sauces.
• Adds gentle nutty flavor without making food spicy
• Great natural thickener for korma, curry and soups
• Tasty topping for naan, cookiesand cakes

How to use (easy steps)

• For extra flavor: lightly dry‑roast in a pan for 1–2 minutes.
• For creamy paste: soak 2–3 tablespoons in hot water or milk for 20–30 minutes, then blend to a smooth paste. Stir into korma or vegetable curry.
• As a sprinkle: add to parathas, bread dough, salad, or sweets.

Quick recipe idea-Creamy Korma Base

1. Soak 3 tbsp white poppy seeds + 8–10 cashews for 20 minutes.
2. Blend with 1 small onion (sautéed) and a splash of water.
3. Simmer this paste with your curry and spices for a rich, silky sauce.

Ingredients

• 100% white poppy seeds

Dietary and allergen info

• Vegan and naturally gluten‑free
• Packed where nuts, sesame, or other seeds may be handled (check the label if you have allergies)

Helpful Q&A (people also ask)

• White poppy seeds benefits: They add gentle flavor and thickness to dishes. They are a plant food with healthy fats, fiber, and minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium. They make sauces creamy without using cream.
• White poppy seeds plants: They come from the poppy plant (Papaver somniferum). The seeds are harvested from dried seed pods. These edible seeds don’t make you sleepy.
• White Poppy Seeds in Hindi: Called Safed Khus Khus or Posta Dana.
• White Poppy seeds in Urdu: Called Safed Khashkhaash (سفید خشخاش).