Wattleseed
Wattleseed, the Acacia, was a mainstay in the diet of Australia's earliest inhabitants for thousands of years providing a rich source of protein and carbohydrate in times of drought.
The seed was crushed into flour between flat grinding stones and cooked into cakes or damper. Even the green seeds of some species were eaten after baking in the hot coals.
Wattleseed contains potassium, calcium, iron and zinc in fairly high concentrations. With a low glycemic index, they are good for diabetics, providing a steady stream of sugars that do not produce sudden rises in blood glucose levels.
Most vitamins are found except for C, B12 and riboflavin. they are high in fibre – over 30%.
There are over 120 species of Wattle however not all are edible.
| Taxonomic Name | Common Name | Part | Energy kj | Water g | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g | Na mg | K mg | Ca mg | Fe mg | P mg |
| Acacia victoriae | Wattle | Seed | 1384 | 6.9 | 17.5 | 3.2 | 67.5 | 33 | 766 | 243 | 10.4 | ND |
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Taste AustraliaWattleseed Blend - Victoriae Baileyana
This is a blend of the seeds from two Acacia trees which have been roasted and ground ready for inclusion in your next cook. Acacia Victoriae (also known as Bardi Bush) is found in arid and semi-arid areas & Acacia Baileyana (also known...$4.33 - $207.10 (Inc. GST)$4.33 - $207.10 (Ex. GST) -
Taste AustraliaWhole Roasted Desert Oak Wattleseed
Whole roasted Desert Oak (Acacia coriacea) wattleseed can be added to curries, casseroles, stews etc, or steam/boil and add to salads for a protein hit. It has a firm texture similar to a chickpea. Listed weight is the shipping weight$4.34 - $208.20 (Inc. GST)$4.34 - $208.20 (Ex. GST) -
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Raw Desert Oak Wattleseed
Raw Desert Oak (Acacia coriacea) wattleseed can be added to curries, casseroles, stews etc, or steam/boil and add to salads for a protein hit. It has a firm texture similar to a chickpea. Listed weight is the shipping weight$4.11 - $187.46 (Inc. GST)$4.11 - $187.46 (Ex. GST) -
Taste AustraliaWattleseed (Roasted & Ground)
Wattleseed (Acacia Victoriae) Roasted ground Wattleseed has a diverse number of uses in the kitchen, from baking to thickening of sauces and casseroles, to ice cream.A beautiful nutty, mild coffee flavour. Can be mixed with regular coffee for a flavour...$4.24 - $198.96 (Inc. GST)$4.24 - $198.96 (Ex. GST) -
Taste AustraliaDesert Oak Wattleseed (Roasted & Ground)
Roasted and ground Desert Oak (Acacia Coriacea) is another species of wattle and can be used in the same way as the more popular Wattleseed (Acacia Victoriae) This ingredient imparts a coffee-like aroma and peanut butterish like taste so is...$4.24 - $199.46 (Inc. GST)$4.24 - $199.46 (Ex. GST) -
Taste AustraliaNative Seasonings: Desert Flakes
Desert Flakes combines Saltbush, Sea Salt, Wattleseed, Lemon Myrtle, Mountain Pepper, Bush Tomato or Native Thyme or Native Basil, Aussie Pepper and garlic. To be used as seasoning, in sauces and casseroles or as a sprinkle over bread, meat, vegetables...$4.60 - $24.50 (Inc. GST)$4.60 - $24.50 (Ex. GST)