How can I add Blackstrap Molasses to food without having it effect the taste?

Question

I'd like to start adding blackstrap molasses to my food, just to get some extra iron. I'm a vegetarian (not vegan). I've never been anemic, but last time I was pregnant, my doctor put me on extra iron, just in case. I'm trying to get pregnant again and I want to make sure I'm eating right.
I've tried adding to oatmeal, but it's got a very strong taste, that I don't like. What else can I try?

Answer 1

I do not think there is any disguising it ..it has a strong flavor, but this is a list of foods high in iron..so maybe eat these and use in cooking ................... from most iron to least showing their iron content per 100 grams 3 1/2 ounces, but it will all add up ................... Thyme ground 124mg
Curry Powder 58mg
Oat & Wheat Bran 45mg
Cinnamon ground 38mg
Garam Masala 33mg
Rosemary 30mg
Oxo cube 24.5mg
Paprika 24mg
Bran Flakes 20mg
Ready Brek 13.2mg
Special K cereal 13mg
Bran Wheat 13mg
Sesame Seeds 10mg
Black Treacle 9.2mg
Soya flour low fat 9mg
Wheatgerm 8.5mg
Liquorice 8mg
Cashew Nuts 6.2mg
Blackcurrants canned 5mg
Figs dried 4.2mg
Bombay Mix 3.8mg
Lentils boiled 3.5mg
Apricots ready-to-eat 3.5mg
Hazelnuts 3.2mg
Almonds 3mg
Twiglets 3mg
Soya beans 3mg Malt bread 2.8mg
Wholemeal bread 2.7mg
Red Kidney beans 2.5mg

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Answer 2

Max Marie did good suggesting Marmite & Vegemite. Just be aware that those also have a strong taste that you might not like. I like both (but can't get Vegemite) and also like blackstrap (kinda).

I don't think anyone likes blackstrap at first! The 'trick' is to start out with lot's of tiny amounts spread throughout the day; eventually you'll get used to it and like it (kinda). You might also consider starting out with a sweeter molasses until you develop a taste for it.

Answer 3

There is no way to do that.

However, you might try Marmite or Vegemite. The high quantities of folic acid and various Bs are said to prevent birth defects.

If I recall correctly you can simply stir a teaspoon of molasses into hot water for a sweet source of your daily iron requirement.

Answer 4

If you don't mind having coffee or a coffee replacement like Postum, you can make a delicious smoothie with it, some soy milk and molasses. It is also great in gingerbread (the cake type) just add a few Tablespoons to a good gingerbread recipe.
Good luck

Answer 5

I think you'll just have to get used to the taste because it is a strong-tasting ingredient. Why don't you try other sources of iron, like dried fruit, pulses, dark leafy green veg and free-range eggs?

Answer 6

I am allergic to soy, and I make a mock soy sauce with molasses, sea salt, cumin, and hot pepper sauce. I use it to stir fry rice and veggies

Answer 7

Eat meat, it is good for you and particularly important during pregnancy.