Kuzu 125g ORGANIC

Kuzu is a natural starch mechanically extracted from Pueraria lobata, a Japanese perennial and climbing legume. Pueraria lobata is a very hardy plant that grows predominantly in poorer soils: it is actually the first to develop after volcanic eruptions. From a nutritional standpoint, kuzu is the only starch with added value, in addition to being an excellent thickener. It stands out for its alkalizing properties , its high amylose content (with a lower glycemic index than amylopectin), and the presence of mineral salts ( calcium , phosphorus, and iron ).

How to Use.
Excellent for thickening sauces, soups, gravies, desserts, ice cream, and compotes. Use at a ratio of 5 to 12%, depending on the liquid content (8% and above gives a solid consistency, which, however, may vary with the presence of sugar, fiber, etc.). Its thickening power is fully realized once the mixture boils and is chilled in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Once crushed into a very fine powder, it can be used in the order of 10% (in relation to the flour) in baked products to improve softness .

An ancient remedy for reducing intestinal inflammation. Dissolve a heaped teaspoon of kuzu in about 250ml of water and boil slowly until the liquid becomes clear. Add half a teaspoon of shoyu and drink warm. Alternatively, to stimulate intestinal peristalsis, add rice cream instead of shoyu.

Want to reduce the perceived acidity of your coffee? Try dissolving a scant teaspoon of kuzu in it and you'll see the difference!

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Estimated Nutritional Values per 100g of Product:

Energy Value (Kcal) :	336
Protein (g):	0
Carbohydrates (g):	84
Fat (g):	0
Fiber (g):	Nd
Sodium (g):	0.02

Certifying body. Qc&I
Certification details. It Qci 9838 T00000053