Terra i Xufa

ORGANIC chufa horchata

€5,12 €5,12 / l
 
€5,12 €5,12 / l
 

Horchata de chufa is a traditional Spanish drink originating from the Valencia region. It is prepared from chufas, also known as tiger nuts. Here are some more details about this drink:

  1. Ingredients : The main ingredient is nutsedge, a tuber that is not actually a nut. Other ingredients include water and sugar. Sometimes cinnamon and lemon zest are added to enhance the taste.

  2. Preparation : The tigernuts are first soaked in water for several hours to soften them. Then they are ground into a paste, and water is added to extract the liquid. This liquid is then filtered to remove solids, and sugar is added to taste.

  3. Characteristics : Horchata de chufa has a mild and creamy flavor with a unique nutty taste. It is usually served cold and is particularly refreshing in hot weather.

  4. Consumption : In Spain, horchata de chufa is often consumed in summer as a refreshing drink. It is sometimes accompanied by local pastries like fartons, long sweet donuts designed to be dipped in the drink.

Horchata de chufa is not only delicious, but it also has nutritional benefits, including being rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals.

The origin of Horchata dates back to the Arab period of Spain. They are even found in ancient Egypt .

We grow nutsedge for eight months, as our grandparents did, without any chemical treatment. Through the maturation process, the starch of the tigernut is transformed into natural sugars which give it the characteristic flavor of horchata de chufa made with tigernuts grown in the Huerta de Valencia. Unlike most horchata on the market, we do not use milk proteins as stabilizers, but organic stabilizers of plant origin. It is therefore a drink that is suitable for vegans and those with lactose intolerance.

Terra i Xufa chufa horchata is made from unrefined organic cane sugar and contains no preservatives or colorings. It is heart healthy and antioxidant, thanks to its high content of oleic and folic acids and phytosterols, which helps maintain blood cholesterol levels. Contains 1% protein and essential amino acids such as arginine, a precursor of prolactin. Rich in soluble plant fiber, it can therefore prevent intestinal function disorders and even help prevent colon cancer. They have a prebiotic effect and facilitate the digestion of carbohydrates. Rich in minerals, notably phosphorus, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium and vitamins E and C. 0% lactose, 0% gluten, 100% vegetable.

Valencia Terra i Xufa horchata can be eaten hot or cold. It is an ideal substitute for other animal and vegetable milks, for breakfast or snack, and to accompany coffee or cereals. It is also an ideal ingredient to give a special touch to cooking. Replace milk with Horchata in your favorite recipes, and make surprising milkshakes, flans, pastry creams, sponge cakes, hot chocolates...

Ingredients :
- Demineralized water (73.3%)
- Valencia tiger nuts (15%)
- Cane sugar (11%)
- Emulsifier: sunflower lecithin (0.03%)
- Acidity corrector: sodium citrates (0.02%)
- Stabilizer: gellan gum (0.02%)
- Natural flavors of lemon and cinnamon

Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Store in the refrigerator for 3 days after opening. Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Store in the refrigerator for 3 days after opening.

 

Health benefits of Horchata de chufa:

Rich in nutrients:

  • Beneficial fats : Horchata de chufa, thanks to its healthy fat content, can play a role in a balanced diet.
  • Essential amino acids : It contains arginine, an amino acid important for the proper functioning of the nervous system.
  • Rich in minerals : Its composition, rich in potassium and low in sodium, makes it an excellent ally for maintaining the body's mineral balance.
  • Vitamins B : It is particularly rich in vitamins B1 and B3, essential for energy metabolism.

Aphrodisiac properties..