MYSTIKA has a variety of uses in both rock and powder forms
Chios Mastiha has a distinct natural earthy aroma and flavour which sets it aside other spices and condiments. Both it’s versatility along with it’s benefits is why it has been used for centuries in a variety of ways including foods, desserts, toothpastes, beauty products and more.
A few tips before we get started…
If you plan to use mastiha rocks in a blender or food processor, put them in the freezer for a few hours prior because it’s gluey and sticky in nature when warm.
In addition take care when heating on it’s own as it can stick to cooking utensils and can be difficult to then remove.
Just Chew it
Chios Mastiha was the world’s first chewing gum and its completely natural without any additives or complicated chemicals that you don’t understnad. Mystika can be chewed when at room temperature - if its too cold then it will be too brittle and hard to chew. Chios Mastiha has been scientifically proven to reduce oral bacteria - so chewing it is good for your oral health.
It doesn’t just mask bad breath - it gets rid of it!
Caution: Just be careful not to chew the rocks when they’re cold as this will make them hard and they might bother your teeth.
Please be sure not to swallow as with all gum products.
Dilute it in a Drink
Mystika can be diluted in hot drinks to add some of that distinct Mastiha flavour. Both rocks and powder can be used but the powder is more easily diluted in hot drinks.
If you want to use mystika in a cold drink - the rocks can easily be used to flavour water - we suggest leaving 10g in a litre of water overnight.
Recipes
Mystika can be added in both sweet and savoury dishes to add that distinctive mastiha flavour and aroma. Just use a mortar and pestle to grind the rocks down to powder with a little salt, if you’re making a savoury dish or with a little sugar if you’re preparing a sweet dish.
Here are a few ideas to get you started on your Mystika adventure:
Sweet
Tsoureki or Brioche
Rice Pudding
Donuts
Cookies
Ice Cream
Creme Brulee
Panna Cotta
Pastries
Baklava
Savoury
Rice
Chiken Seasoning
Lamb Chop Seasoning
Cheese & Spinach Pies
Potato Seasoning