What is Tapioca?
What is tapioca (cassava) starch?
Tapioca (cassava) starch is a fine, white powder derived from the root of a cassava plant, a tuber native to South America, Central America, Thailand and Africa.
Is tapioca (cassava) starch the same as tapioca flour?
Yes, tapioca (cassava) starch and tapioca flour are the same product. The terms are often used interchangeably!
What are the common uses of tapioca (cassava) starch?
Tapioca (cassava) starch is used in a variety of culinary applications, including:
- Thickening soups, sauces, and gravies.
- Providing a chewy texture to baked goods, such as breads, cakes, and tortillas.
- Making gluten free recipes.
- As a binder in recipes.
Is tapioca (cassava) starch gluten-free?
Yes, tapioca (cassava) starch is naturally gluten free.