Tapioca flour (or starch) is extracted from cassava root and made into gluten-free flour or “pearls.” It is often used as a thickening agent in various kinds of foods or recipes.
Tapioca Flour (Starch) – Bulk
$1.14 – $11.40
Description
Tapioca tastes mild and slightly sweet and is one of the purest forms of starch there is. Cassava flour and tapioca flour are similar and both made from the same plant — however, they do differ from in another.
Cassava roots have brown, rough skin with a white/yellow interior. Tapioca is the bleached and extracted starch of the cassava root, while cassava flour is made from the entire root.
Tapioca is the perfect choice for gluten-free baking and can be used in sweet or savory dishes. When used in baking, tapioca flour helps to create light, fluffy texture.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot away from direct sunlight.
