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Tiger nut
IngredientAlso known as: chufa · earth almond · yellow nutsedge
A small, wrinkled tuber (not a true nut) that is naturally sweet, high in resistant starch, and suitable for nut-allergy sufferers. It is sold whole, flaked, or ground into flour and is popular in vegan and allergen-free baking. Tiger nuts also provide vitamin E and magnesium.
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