Description

TIGER NUTS

Botanical Name:

Cyperus esculentus

Common Name:

Chufa, atadwa, yellow nutsedge, earth almond

Commonly Found Region:

Africa, Southern Europe, Middle East, Indian

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It is a very rich source of fiber which is good for the health. It helps relief of constipation and equally known to increases male sex drive.

Tiger nuts, also known as chufa, yellow nut sedge or earth almonds, are not actually nuts, but rather edible tubers. They’re the size of a chickpea but wrinkly with a chewy texture and sweet nutty flavor similar to coconut.  Tigernut drink is a popular drink in Nigeria.

NUTRITION PROFILE

Health Importance

• It can help people manage their allergies.
• It helps relief of constipation.
• Increases male sex drive.

More on health benefits

Possible uses in food preparation

• It is used as drink known as Kunu in Nigeria.
• The tubers are edible raw or cooked.
• Used in biscuits and other bakery products.
• It can also generate oil for cooking.

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