I recently got to know the nutritious value of flax seeds.
What characteristics of these seeds should I know about and how can I incorporate them into my cooking?
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Best Answer
The tricky thing with flax seeds is to grind them fine enough. I've found that my coffee grinder, for example, won't do the job because the seeds have a very hard coat. You can buy vacuum packed pre-ground meal and that may be a good option.
Once you have ground flax seeds, they can be added in small amounts to baked goods very easily. Adding say 1/4 to 1/2 cup to a muffin, quickbread, or yeast bread will work nicely and add a nutty flavor.
They can also be sprinkled on salads or grain dishes. You could add a little sea salt and use them somewhat like gomashio.