Kasakasa | poppy Seeds

These seeds are obtained from the dry fruits of the poppy plant , poppy seeds are entirely free from any harmful side effects of other poppy plant products such as opium poppy.White poppy seeds are added in many dishes for thickness and texture. They give added flavour to the recipe. They are widely used as a spice and decoration in and on top of many baked goods. The seeds are used, whole or ground, as an ingredient in many pastries and breads. They are used in making Halwa, Rice Kichadi, kuruma etc.,