By: Allison Carpenter, Community Outreach
In case you’ve never heard of a Tiger Nut, don’t be fooled
by their name! Tiger Nuts are not actually a nut, but a tuber—a small root
vegetable. Tiger Nuts are found at the end of the root system of Cyperus grass
(Cyperus esculentus L.) and originate from Niger, Africa. According to an
Oxford University study, these tubers comprised up to 80% of our Paleo ancestor’s
diet around 2 million years ago, and since then have been used in ancient Egypt, Spain (Horchata, a Spanish beverage, was originally crafted from tiger nuts, not
rice, seeds, or nuts), and are now grown in the modern world for a wide variety of purposes. These tasty little tubers are packed with
nutrients, including tons of resistant starch, a prebiotic fiber that resists
digestion and becomes fuel for probiotic bacteria in the gut (one serving
contains 10 g of dietary fiber). Not only that, but they have as much iron as
red meat and as much potassium as coconut water!
Berryvale is now carrying Tiger Nut Raw Snack, Tiger Nut Flour, and Tiger Nut oil. The nuts themselves have a sweet nutty taste, and the flour is great for baking paleo or allergen friendly baked goods with a similar texture to almond meal. The Tiger Nut oil is cold pressed with a 460 degree smoke point, has a neutral flavor, and is rich in vitamin E. Tiger Nut oil was first used 4,000 years ago by the Egyptians for medicinal purposes and is now known to have higher Oleic Acid content than Olive Oil. All Tiger Nut products produced by Organic Gemini are USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, raw, kosher, and vegan and paleo friendly.
So come on in and grab some today!
To find out more information about Organic Gemini Tiger Nut
products, visit their website, organicgemini.com
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