Frontier Co-op® Organic Vietnamese Cinnamon (Cinnamomum aromaticum) also known as Saigon cinnamon, is a spice obtained from evergreen trees native to the Saigon district of Vietnam and delivers the strongest flavor of all cinnamon species. It can also be found in China and Japan. The inner bark of the tree is very aromatic and flavorful. Powdered, it's a spice that has a wide variety of cooking uses.
Vietnamese cinnamon is prized amongst chefs all over the world, mainly due to its highly potent characteristics and intensely sweet flavor. A little is all you need. The sweet and earthy aroma of this spice is reminiscent of the winter holiday season. Vietnamese cinnamon is mainly used as a ground spice, commonly added to processed foods and baked goods like cinnamon rolls and muffins. With its intensely sweet, yet spicy, flavor, it's great in curries, vegetable dishes, and even drinks. It's also used as an air freshener to spice up any room with its sweet aroma.
Our Organic Vietnamese Cinnamon is grown and processed directly in Vietnam. No artificial additives or chemicals are ever used. Our Saigon cinnamon is pure, 100% organic, and kosher certified to deliver the best product possible.
Add to cookies, cakes and breads as well as stewed fruits, puddings, curries, sauces and vegetable dishes.
Saigon cinnamon, a type of cassia cinnamon, offers several potential health benefits, including improving blood sugar control, reducing inflammation, and supporting heart health. It's rich in cinnamaldehyde, an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. More research is needed specifically on Saigon cinnamon, but it's considered a valuable addition to a healthy diet.
Organic Saigon Cinnamon
Botanical Name Cinnamomum aromaticum
Form Ground
Ceylon cinnamon is likely safer in very high doses than cassia. Although both cassia and Ceylon cinnamon are considered by the FDA to be safe for human consumption, yet specific quantities are not mentioned.
