– Pick soft, plump vanilla beans with a rich aroma for the best paste quality.
– Slice each vanilla bean lengthwise to expose the seeds inside.
– Use a knife to gently scrape seeds, which carry the strong vanilla flavor.
– Mix seeds with sugar syrup or glycerin for a smooth, thick vanilla paste.
– Chop the leftover pods and blend them in for more depth and flavor.
– Keep paste in an airtight glass jar away from heat and sunlight.