Coconut flour
Coconut Flour
Coconut flour (/koʊkənʌt flʌʊər/) is a type of flour made from dried, ground coconut meat. It is a popular ingredient in gluten-free and low-carb recipes.
Etymology
The term "coconut" comes from the 16th-century Portuguese and Spanish word coco, meaning "head" or "skull", from the three indentations on the coconut shell that resemble facial features. The word "flour" comes from the Old French flour or flor, meaning "flower" or "finest part", which in turn comes from the Latin flos, also meaning "flower".
Production
Coconut flour is produced from the byproduct of coconut milk production. The coconut meat is first dried, and then ground into a fine powder. The result is a flour that is high in fiber, protein, and healthy fats, while being low in carbohydrates.
Usage
Coconut flour is often used in baking, particularly in recipes that require a gluten-free or low-carb alternative to wheat flour. It can also be used as a thickener in soups and sauces. Due to its high fiber content, it is often recommended for those following a Paleolithic or ketogenic diet.
Related Terms
- Coconut oil
- Coconut milk
- Coconut sugar
- Gluten-free diet
- Low-carbohydrate diet
- Paleo diet
- Ketogenic diet
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Coconut flour
- Wikipedia's article - Coconut flour
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