Arrowroot Powder

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For cooking: Arrowroot powder is made from tropical tubers. This white-coloured neutral-flavoured powder is very easy to digest, and is used as a gluten-free alternative to cornsta rch. It is most commonly used as a thickener, in making jellies and fruit fillings, getting that crispy outside to proteins, and adding a glossy finish to foods. It doesn't change the colour of dishes and even stay intact when mixing with acidic ingredients. Gluten-free, vegan + paleo friendly Want another reason to use this? - It has a very long shelf-life of 3-4 years! Top tip: When using as a thickener, it is best added in towards the end of cooking over lower temperatures. Substitute in cooking for: cornstarch, tapioca flour, potato starch, rice flour Other uses: Commonly used in natural cosmetics. Some examples in what it can be used in includes: dry shampoo, a deodorant ingredient, as a talcum and baby powder substitute, homemade makeup ingredient Show more