Description
Whole Black Chia Seeds from Spicy Pantry
Chia seeds are small black seeds from the Salvia hispanica plant that swell and form a gel when soaked in liquid. Spicy Pantry chia seeds are whole and unhulled, sourced from India, and packed in a resealable pouch in 4 oz, 12 oz, 2 lb, and 5 lb sizes.
What They Taste and Feel Like
Dry chia is crisp and nearly flavorless, with a faint nutty finish. Once soaked, each seed picks up a clear coating and the mix thickens into a soft, tapioca-like texture. Because the flavor is so neutral, chia takes on whatever you put it in — cocoa, vanilla, mango, coffee, lemon.
How to Use Them
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Chia pudding: 3 tbsp seeds to 1 cup milk, stir, rest 15 minutes, stir again, chill overnight.
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Egg replacement in baking: 1 tbsp seeds plus 3 tbsp water, rest 10 minutes, use as one egg in quick breads and cookies.
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Smoothies and bowls: Blend in dry, or sprinkle on top for crunch.
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Jam and sauce thickener: Stir 1–2 tbsp into warm fruit and let it set as it cools.
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Doughs and batters: Fold whole seeds into bread, muffin, and cracker doughs for speckled texture.
Product Specifications
| Product Name |
Whole Black Chia Seeds |
| Botanical Name |
Salvia hispanica |
| Form |
Whole, unhulled seed |
| Color |
Black |
| Ingredients |
Chia seeds (single ingredient) |
| Country of Origin |
India |
| Sizes Available |
4 oz, 12 oz, 2 lb, 5 lb |
| Packaging |
Resealable stand-up pouch |
| Allergens |
None declared; gluten-free |
| Non-GMO |
Yes |
| Testing |
Heavy-metal tested; COA available on request |
| Serving Size |
2 tbsp (approx. 28 g) |
| Storage |
Cool, dry place, sealed; refrigerate after soaking |
| Shelf Life |
[CONFIRM] |
| SKU (4 oz) |
SP-CHSD-4OZ |
| Barcode (4 oz) |
00810083242187 |
Storage
Press the air out, zip the pouch closed, and keep it in a cool, dry cabinet away from direct light. Refrigeration is not required but extends freshness in hot, humid kitchens. Keep soaked chia refrigerated and use within five days.
Testing and Sourcing
Sourced from India and tested lot by lot for heavy metals. A Certificate of Analysis is available on request. Non-GMO, gluten-free, single-ingredient — nothing added.
FAQ
Q1. What do chia seeds taste like?
Dry chia is crisp and nearly flavorless with a faint nutty finish. Once soaked, the seeds form a soft gel and take on the flavor of whatever you mix them into.
Q2. How do I make basic chia pudding?
Stir 3 tablespoons of chia seeds into 1 cup of milk, rest 15 minutes, stir again, and chill overnight for a soft, tapioca-like pudding.
Q3. Can chia seeds replace eggs in baking?
Yes — mix 1 tablespoon of chia seeds with 3 tablespoons of water and rest 10 minutes to replace one egg in quick breads and cookies.
Q4. How should I store chia seeds after opening?
Press the air out, zip the resealable pouch closed, and keep it in a cool, dry cabinet. Soaked chia should be refrigerated and used within five days.
Q5. Are Spicy Pantry chia seeds gluten-free and non-GMO?
Yes — they are whole, unhulled, single-ingredient chia seeds: non-GMO, gluten-free, and tested lot by lot for heavy metals with a COA available on request.
