FAQs
What are tigernuts?
Tigernuts are not nuts, they are small tubers (root vegetables) grown underground. We think of them as super-roots!
How do tigernuts taste?
Tigernuts have a naturally sweet and mild nutty flavour.
Where are tigernuts from?
Tigernuts are cultivated in West Africa and parts of Spain. Generations ago, in Africa, tigernuts made up 80% of our ancestors’ diet.
Where are your products made?
Our tigernut flour is made in Spain and our tigernut drinks are made in the UK.
What is tigernut flour?
Tigernut flour is a grain-free alternative to regular flour. It can be used in both sweet and savoury recipes and can even be added to smoothies!
I found a recipe which uses another type of flour, can I replace this with tigernut flour?
Go ahead and replace it 1:1 with tigernut flour. However, we recommend reducing the amount of sugar/sweetener you use since Tigernut Flour is naturally sweet. For further questions please email hellotiger@strpd.com
What’s the difference between almond flour and tigernut flour?
Tigernut flour is a nut free alternative to almond flour. It is more than 20% lower in calories and more than 40% higher in fibre.
What is strp’d tigernut flour made from?
Strp’d tigernut flour is milled from whole tigernuts. It contains 100% tigernuts and nothing else!
I am allergic to nuts, can I still enjoy strp’d tigernut flour?
Yes! Tigernuts contain no nuts and our flour is made up of 100% tigernuts and nothing else. So even those with nut allergies can safely enjoy strp’d tigernut flour.
I am Lactose Intolerant, can I still enjoy strp’d tigernut flour?
Yes! Tigernuts contain no dairy and our flour is made up of 100% tigernuts and nothing else. So even those who are lactose intolerant can safely enjoy strp’d tigernut flour.
I am Celiac, can I still enjoy strp’d tigernut flour?
Yes! Tigernuts contain no gluten and our flour is made up of 100% tigernuts and nothing else. So even those who are Celiac can safely enjoy strp’d tigernut flour.
I am following the paleo diet, can I still enjoy strp’d tigernut flour?
Yes! Tigernuts are completely grain free and our flour is made up of 100% tigernuts and nothing else. So even those who follow a paleo diet can enjoy our tigernut flour.
I am vegan, can I still enjoy strp’d tigernut flour?
Yes! Tigernuts are 100% plant-based and our flour is made up of 100% tigernuts and nothing else. So even those who follow a vegan diet can enjoy our tigernut flour.
I am pregnant, can I still enjoy strp’d tigernut flour?
Yes! Tigernuts are safe to consume whilst pregnant and in many African nations have been known to help with lactation. However, we always recommend you speaking to your doctor before trying something new.
Can my kids enjoy strp’d tigernut flour?
Yes! Kids can safely enjoy our tigernut flour. In fact, studies have shown that tigernuts have a macronutrient ratio almost identical to that of human breast milk.
How do I store my strp’d tigernut flour?
Store your strp’d tigernut flour in a cool dry place away from sunlight. Do not store in the fridge.
My pack of tigernut flour arrived squashed, is this normal?
Yes! Your bag did not get squashed, it is intentionally vacuum packed! We do this so that there is no risk of contamination from microorganisms. This allows us to provide the cleanest long-life product, stripped of all nasties and preservatives.
How long can I store my strp’d tigernut flour for?
Please refer to the best before date on your pack of strp’d tigernut flour. Once open, you can store for 9 months.
Where can we buy strp’d tigernut flour?
You can shop directly from our website or from any of the stockists listed here: www.strpd.com/findusin
Can you ship to me?
Yes! We offer UK and International Shipping