Dishes with chia seeds - 3 cooking recipes

Chia seeds have thickening properties - it is in this capacity that this superfood is used in cooking - for the sake of a dense consistency and as a replacement for gelatin. This product can be compared to oatmeal - add liquid, wait until the grains absorb moisture and swell. At the same time, each chia seed forms a gel-like ball around itself, which increases the nutritional value of the dish. An important nuance is that it is an additive, not a main ingredient, much like a seasoning. The portion is appropriate. One teaspoon is enough for a glass of drink or a plate of food. Recipes with chia seeds are multi-ingredient. And if you remove the grains from the general composition, only the usefulness will suffer; this product has no taste as such. Where can you add chia seeds? - In salad sauce. Mix with olive oil, Greek yogurt, mustard or lemon juice, let it brew, pour over the salad. Pairs well with seafood, avocados, and fruits. - In cupcakes, puddings, various pastries and desserts. To create a uniform dough consistency, the additive can be ground into powder. - In smoothies, cocktails, homemade jelly, jam, jams. It turns out more thick and satisfying. Great pairing with soy, coconut or almond milk. - For side dishes and main courses, sprinkle on top instead of sesame seeds or heat treat them.