Tiger Nuts Ofio Super Food (Healthy Snack) 1/2 lb bag 8oz How to Add Them to Your Diet Tiger nuts are very versatile and can be added to your diet in a variety of ways. They can be eaten raw or roasted and tend to be softer and easier to chew when they have been soaked or boiled in water. They make for a tasty snack but can also be used as toppings for a variety of dishes, such as breakfast Organic Tiger Nuts/ Super Snack / Gluten free/ Locally grown/ Super Tasty Organic Peeled Tiger Nuts How to Eat Tiger Nuts Peeled tiger nuts are a perfect healthy snack that can be enjoyed straight out of the bag. The firm outer skin has been removed from our tiger nuts so that you don’t need to soak them overnight. Nonetheless, they are still a chewy treat with a texture that is similar to fresh coconut. As you continue to chew on these tasty tiger nuts, you will begin to experience their nutty and slightly sweet taste. If you prefer a softer texture, the tiger nuts can be soaked for a couple of hours prior to eating, although this step is not necessary given that the tiger nuts are already peeled. Mix tiger nuts with other nuts and dried fruit for a unique trail mix, or stir them in oatmeal for a boost of energy and protein. They can even be blended into a sweet and creamy Spanish-style horchata beverage (see recipe below), or strained to make non-dairy tiger nut milk. Alternatively, you can make your own tiger nut flour by grinding them in a food processor; the flour can be used to make paleo-friendly and gluten-free baked goods such as bread, muffins, and pancakes. Tiger Nuts Nutrition Tiger nuts are packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and minerals like potassium, calcium, and iron. Most notably, tiger nuts are recognized for being an excellent source of resistant starch, which may help reduce blood sugar, support weight loss, and improve gut health. The best part? There’s research to back this up. Check out these promising studies that demonstrate the health benefits of resistant starch: 1) Help control blood sugar levels. Thanks to their rich source of resistant starch, tiger nuts may improve insulin sensitivity. A study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2005) examined the effects of dietary resistant starch on insulin sensitivity: the body’s ability to use the hormone insulin to reduce elevated blood glucose levels. Ten healthy participants received 30 grams of resistant starch per day for a period of four weeks. The results concluded that dietary resistant starch has the potential to improve insulin sensitivity. 2) Support weight loss goals. Trying to lose those extra pounds? Tiger nuts may be the belly-slimming superfood you’ve been seeking. The Journal of Nutrition (2012) published a study that evaluated the impact of resistant starch on the diets Healthy, Medicinal, aphrodisiac Nutritional Fresh Fruits Organic Tiger Nuts/ Atadwe from West Africa.
Abike Olanihun –
This is of very high grade/ just as described
The best part is that I could eat it without soaking it.
Really glad I made the purchase/ loving it.
rebecca frimpomaa –
I love it, it was so good
Elletha Dekargai –
Love these it’s my second time order. Was packaged very well so thank you for that. I buy a lot of African food from Etsy and a lot of people packaging is horrible I just say so thank you for how nice the packaging was.
Ablavi Kouta –
These Tiger Nuts are amazing!