During the Middle Ages, the consumption of chestnuts became the main source of carbohydrates, due to food shortages. Chestnuts are native to the Asian continent, specifically from Sardis, from there they spread, reaching Europe and later to the rest of the world.
Chestnut flour is the usual substitute for wheat flour , especially for people who have gluten intolerance.
Properties of chestnut flour
- Chestnut flour has an important nutritional contribution, for every 100 gr you consume:
- 372 kcal/1578 Kj
- 3.6 g of fat, of which 0.9 g are saturated fat
- 79 g of carbohydrates
- 5.6 g of protein
- Less than 0.01 g sodium
- Significant amounts of soluble fiber
- Vitamins such as B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12 and vitamins A, C and E
- Among the main minerals are iron, phosphorus, copper, potassium, zinc, manganese and magnesium.
Benefits of chestnut flour
The benefits are many, among the most important are:
- It has an
excellent contribution of antioxidants , protecting the body from the damage that free radicals can cause.
- It is a food rich in vitamin B, helping metabolism and providing daily energy, as well as preventing or reducing stress.
- Being rich in vitamin E, it is highly recommended for the rejuvenation of skin cells.
- On the other hand, it is
a food that does not contain gluten, making it ideal for the celiac population.
- It is
rich in amino acids such as tryptophan, which is ideal for combating sleep.
- People who suffer from physical exhaustion should
consume chestnut flour due to its high energy level.
How is chestnut flour used?
- Chestnut flour can be used as a thickener in sauces.
- It is also ideal for preparing pancakes or crepes, you can accompany them with honey or jam.
- It is ideal for preparing gluten-free bread, suitable for the celiac community.
- Chestnut flour can be used as a base to prepare sponge cakes and can even be mixed with other flours to prepare our favorite dishes. It is very common to combine it with whole wheat flour or wheat flour.
Since chestnut flour does not rise when baking, we recommend not substituting more than 1/4 of the total amount of all-purpose flour used in a baking or bread recipe with chestnut flour.
Imagination is the limit when using chestnut flour, use it in your favorite sweet or savory recipes.
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