You may not have heard of tiger nuts before. First surprise: Tiger nuts are not nuts.
So what are they?
Tiger nuts are small tubers, the root of the Cyperus esculentus plant. They may also be referred to as chufa, earth almonds or atadwe in different parts of the world. They are cultivated in some areas, but the majority in West Africa and Spain.
They have been used for thousands of years as food. Tiger nuts have also been used as food in ancient Egypt, and are still eaten today in certain parts of Africa and Europe.
Why “tiger” nuts?
The name is based on the light lines on their skin. The “nut” part of the name is merely a nickname as they share the same size and bite as a nut.
What is their flavor?
Dried tiger nuts are naturally sweet, chewy and very similar to small chunks of coconut. For a crunchier and fresher texture, soak them in water for about an hour before eating.
Who are they for?
Tiger nuts are not nuts, so they are a good choice for those who do not eat them. Also our tiger nuts are:
- Nut-free
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- A good source of fibre, magnesium and vitamin E
How to enjoy them
- As a snack: directly from the bag or soaked for added crunch
- Other uses: added to oatmeal or smoothies in breakfast
- In baking: as Tiger nut flour, a gluten-free flour
- On toast: served on our tiger nut spread
From where we are from
We raise our tiger nuts in an organic manner in West Africa. We are also trying to reduce our food waste by making leftovers into food, animal feed products and pet food.
Ready to try them? Visit our Shop page or Recipes page to get ideas for shopping for tiger nut products or cooking with them.