You’ll go nutty for Tiger Nuts
What sounds like a nut and kind of looks like a nut is actually not a nut at all! The Tiger Nut is a tuber of a larger plant that’s often referred to as a weed in many countries. They are quite the powerhouse - they’re high in fiber, high in antioxidants, they’re antibacterial and they work as a pre-biotic. Because Tiger Nuts aren’t nuts, nor are they a grain or contain gluten, they make an excellent option for anyone who has allergies, sensitivities or intolerances to these foods. They’re also great for anyone following a Paleo or AIP diet. The one thing that took me awhile to get used to is the texture. It does have a little bit of a crunch to it - just to forewarn you ahead of time it’s not 100% oatmeal texture, but this recipe is hearty, delicious and the texture is still great.
Serves: 1
Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
2/3 cup dairy free milk (I enjoy unsweetened vanilla Milkadamia)
4tbsp tiger nuts
2 tbsp ground flax seed
1-2 tbsp nut butter or Sunbutter
¼ - ½ tsp Cinnamon
Dash of sea salt
½ tsp Maple Syrup (optional)
Additional flavor: add carob or cacao powder
You may also add in a scoop of Collagen Peptides in place of 1 tbsp of tiger nuts
Toppings: Berries (or other fruit), coconut flakes
Directions:
Bring milk to a boil
Stir in the tiger nuts and flax seed
With a spoon, whip the nut butter into the tiger nut and flax seed mixture until smooth and creamy
Stir in the cinnamon, sea salt and maple syrup
Top with berries or your favorite oatmeal toppings. I enjoy thawing out frozen fruit so the juices soak into the mixture.
Serve warm and enjoy!