►Tapioca flour or Tapioca starch- is derived from the Cassava root (Manihot esculenta) found in India. ►Tapioca is a starch extracted from cassava plant. This species is native to the north region and central-west region of Brazil, but its use spread throughout South America.The plant was carried by Portuguese and Spanish explorers to most of the West Indies and Africa and Asia. ►Tapioca is a staple food for millions of people in tropical countries, it provides only carbohydrate food value, and is low in protein, vitamins and minerals. ►Tapioca flour can be found in many gluten-free products. It's a good option for allergen-free baking at home. ►It's also an alternative to white flour for thickening soups, sauces, and pie fillings.
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