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
Price range: $1.14 through $11.40
Description
Tapioca flour has a mild, slightly sweet taste and is one of the purest forms of starch there is. Tapioca & cassava have similar proterties as they are both from the same plant. However, they do differ from one 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 helps to create light, fluffy texture.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot away from direct sunlight.
