If you’re my age, you can’t hear the word “chia” without
thinking of the famous 1980’s commercial, and its “cha cha cha chia” jingle. That
did make it a little tougher taking this seed seriously as a legitimate recipe
ingredient, but as long as you manage expectations, it proved its worth beyond
a gardening option for lazy people.
If
you’re looking for a rich and decadent chocolate pudding
then keep moving. As nutritious as this “superfood” is supposed to be,
you
can’t expect the same results substituting bird seeds for eggs, butter,
and cream. That said, if you’re craving something sweet, relatively
chocolately,
and comparatively healthful, then chia seeds may be a good option.