GLOSSARY · ROOT & TUBER FLOURS
Tigernut Flour
EN Tigernut Flour · DE Erdmandelmehl · IT Farina di Chufa
CATEGORY=Root, Tuber & Fruit FloursBINDING=2/5CROSS-CONTACT=Low cross-contact riskPRIMARY USE=Baking, horchata de chufa
Tigernut Flour (also: Chufa flour | Earth almond flour | Horchata flour) — Naturally sweet, nutty. High fibre, prebiotic.
✓ GF STATUS
Naturally gluten-free. Despite the name, tigernut is a tuber, not a nut — safe for tree nut allergies. Check labels carefully: some packaging confusingly says 'nut'.
Is it safe for coeliacs?
Naturally gluten-free. Despite the name, tigernut is a tuber, not a nut — safe for tree nut allergies. Check labels carefully: some packaging confusingly says 'nut'.
| Region | Gluten-free status |
|---|---|
| EU | GF if certified |
| US (FDA) | GF if certified |
| Australia / NZ | GF if certified |
In the kitchen
Naturally sweet, nutty. High fibre, prebiotic. Best for: Baking, horchata de chufa.
If you don’t have it
Almond flour (tree nut allergen equivalent)
Source: HTGF flour database · evidence tier B · last reviewed June 2026.
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Entry updated2026-06-12
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