Table Indienne
Butterfly Pea Flower
Discover our dried butterfly pea flowers (Aparajita), harvested in the tropical regions of India and Southeast Asia. A fascinating natural colourant that changes colour — steep for a deep blue that turns purple with a drop of lemon.
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Butterfly Pea Flower (Aparajita): the magic of natural blue
The butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea L., Fabaceae), known as Aparajita in India, is a climbing plant with deep blue flowers used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine and Southeast Asian cuisine. We source these dried flowers from certified organic producers in India to guarantee a premium natural product, rich in anthocyanins and free from artificial additives.
Why choose dried flowers?
Dried flowers concentrate natural pigments and antioxidants at their peak. They offer a spectacular visual effect thanks to their colour-changing property: the intense blue turns purple or pink on contact with an acid (lemon juice, hibiscus). This natural reaction, due to anthocyanins, is entirely additive-free and without artificial colouring. An ingredient as beautiful as it is useful, for drinks and baking alike.
Culinary uses:
- Hot or cold blue infusion — serve plain or with a slice of lemon for the purple effect
- Colourful cocktails and mocktails — ideal base for Instagram-worthy alcohol-free drinks
- Natural colouring for rice, pasta and bread — replaces artificial food colouring
- Creative baking — icings, macarons and creams in natural blue shades
- Floral hot latte — blend with plant-based milk and a touch of honey for a blue golden milk
- Yoghurt and frozen desserts — a spectacular natural colour with no additives whatsoever
Origin and quality:
We source our spices exclusively from certified organic producers in India, to guarantee a natural premium-quality product.
Storage:
To preserve all its colour and aroma, store your butterfly pea flowers in a dry place, away from light and humidity, in their airtight packaging.
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Powerful natural antioxidant thanks to anthocyanins
Supports cognitive function and memory
Rich in protective anthocyanins
Promotes eye health
Natural anti-inflammatory properties
Calming and adaptogenic properties
Supports hair and skin health
Naturally caffeine-free, ideal in the evening
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Nutritional declaration per 100g
Nutritional component Per 100g Energy 1 172 kJ / 280 kcal Fat ~ 2 g of which saturated fat ~ 500 mg Carbohydrates ~ 55 g of which sugars ~ 3 g Dietary fiber ~ 12 g Proteins ~ 18 g Salt ~ 50 mg -
Supplier certified organic Yes Pesticides free Yes Vegetarian Yes Origin India and Southeast Asia Quality Premium Type Dried flowers Taste profile Very mild and slightly earthy taste, almost neutral. The primary appeal is visual and nutritional: the vivid blue colour shifts spectacularly to purple or pink on contact with an acid, thanks to the flower's anthocyanins. Composition 100% dried butterfly pea flowers (Clitoria ternatea L.)
Pourquoi choisir Butterfly Pea Flower de La Table Indienne ?
Fraîcheur et qualité exceptionnelles
Nos épices sont importées directement d'Inde et conditionnées à la demande pour garantir une fraîcheur optimale. Contrairement aux épices vendues en grande surface qui peuvent rester des mois sur les étagères, nous veillons à ce que chaque épice conserve toute sa saveur et son arôme.
Authenticité et traçabilité
Chaque épice provient de régions spécifiques en Inde réputées pour leur savoir-faire. Nous travaillons directement avec des producteurs locaux qui cultivent leurs épices de manière traditionnelle et biologique, sans pesticides ni produits chimiques.
Comment bien utiliser cette épice ?
Pour révéler tous les arômes, nous recommandons de faire légèrement griller les épices entières à sec dans une poêle avant de les moudre. Conservez-les dans un endroit sec et à l'abri de la lumière pour préserver leur fraîcheur le plus longtemps possible.
Le saviez-vous ?
Les épices entières sont bien meilleures que les épices moulues
Consultez notre article de blog pour découvrir pourquoi les épices entières conservent mieux leurs arômes.
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