Tigernut Drink
Tigernut drink, also known as horchata de chufa, is a delicious and refreshing beverage made from tigernuts. Tigernuts are not actually nuts but small tubers with a nutty flavor, and they are packed with nutrients and fiber. This recipe will guide you through the process of making a creamy and naturally sweet tigernut drink.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup tigernuts
- 4 cups water
- 3-4 tablespoons sweetener Eg honey, maple syrup, or sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Ground cinnamon or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the tigernuts in a bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 8 hours or overnight. This will soften the tigernuts and make them easier to blend.1 cup tigernuts
- Drain the soaked tigernuts and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
- In a blender, combine the soaked tigernuts, 4 cups of water, sweetener of your choice, vanilla extract (if using), and a pinch of salt. Blend on high speed for about 2-3 minutes until you have a smooth and creamy mixture.4 cups water, 3-4 tablespoons sweetener, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, A pinch of salt
- Place a nut milk bag or a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth over a large bowl or pitcher. Pour the blended mixture into the bag or sieve and let it strain. Gently squeeze the bag or press the mixture with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Once strained, taste the tigernut drink and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding more sweetener. You can also adjust the consistency by adding more water if desired.
- Chill the tigernut drink in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the drink to become cold.
- Before serving, give the drink a good stir as it may separate slightly. You can garnish each glass with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or cocoa powder for an extra touch of flavor.Ground cinnamon or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)
- Serve the tigernut drink over ice and enjoy its creamy and nutty goodness!
Notes
Note: The tigernut pulp left in the nut milk bag or sieve can be used in baking or cooking as an ingredient or added to smoothies for extra fiber and nutrients.
Now you have a delightful tigernut drink recipe to enjoy on a hot day or any time you crave a healthy and delicious beverage. Cheers!
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