How to Make PoppySeed Filling (2 ways)
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How to Make PoppySeed Filling (2 ways)
Description
Making poppy seed filling starts with thoroughly rinsing and soaking dry poppy seeds in water, heating them to simmer twice with intervening rest periods. This process softens the seeds and extracts their flavor. After draining well, the seeds are ground using a meat grinder equipped with a fine plate or a coffee grinder in small batches, achieving a smooth texture. Food processors are not recommended due to ineffective grinding.
The ground poppy seeds are then combined with about two-thirds of a can of sweetened condensed milk to provide sweetness and creaminess that binds the filling. Optionally, raisins (white or brown) and finely chopped walnuts may be added to introduce chewiness and nuttiness, enhancing the filling's complexity.
This poppy seed filling is commonly used in pastries and cakes, offering a dense, sweet, slightly nutty flavor and moist texture that contrasts well with flaky doughs and sponge cakes.
Ingredients
For the PoppySeed Filling:
- 1 cup poppy seeds dry
- 8 to 10 oz sweetened condensed milk about 2/3 of a 14 oz can
Optional Add-ins:
- raisins white or brown
- walnut finely chopped
Tools you'll need:
- A meat/food grinder preferred method
- - OR - a clean coffee grinder can be milled in small batches.
Instructions
- Rinse poppy seeds thoroughly in a fine mesh colander, then drain them and transfer to a medium sauce pan.
- Add 3 cups water to the pot. Over medium heat, bring to a simmer. (Don’t boil). Turn off. Cover with lid and let it sit for 30 minutes. Return to a simmer (don’t boil). Turn off. Cover and let it sit for another 30 minutes.
- Drain poppy seeds well through a colander or by keeping lid on and placing several layers of cheese cloth on lid to catch stray poppy seeds. Life is just easier when you use a fine mesh sieve.
- Push the poppy seeds through a food grinder, using the fine grinding plate. I use my KitchenAid food grinder attachment for my stand mixer. You can also use a coffee grinder and do it in smaller batches. Note: If using a meat grinder, you need to push firmly. The seeds won’t grind well unless they are under pressure. P.S. I’ve tried putting them through a food processor and it did not work. Drain off excess liquid if any has accumulated in the bowl.
- Mix 8-10 ounces of sweetened condensed milk into ground poppy seeds. I like to add 10 oz. Add raisins if desired (depending on the recipe you're making). Store in tupperware and refrigerate until ready to use.
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