Saturday, July 8, 2023

Arrowroot Powder Recipes

Arrowroot powder



Arrow root Powder is a versatile and gluten-free ingredient that can be used in various recipes to form a  thick and smooth consistency.

 Here are some yummy and varied recipe suggestions for you.

1. Smoothies 

Instructions

Roast  1⁄2 a cup of almonds in a pan for a few seconds.

Add 1tb spoon of white poppy seeds and roast for a few more second, remove the above from the pan and keep aside.

Then roast a cup of lotus seeds/ makhana for 1-2 minutes and keep it aside.  Roast 6 dry dates for few seconds. Let the ingredients cool completely .

Deseed the dates and chop them into small pieces.

Put all the ingredients into a blender along with sugar candy and or Marayoor Jaggery (optional) & blend together. Blend thoroughly & store in an air tight jar.

Add 1 tb of  the above powder along with 1 tb. spoon of arrowroot powder to a  glass of cold or warm milk. Stir well. Boil some water in a pan and add the above mix slowly stirring well to avoid forming lumps. Heat more about 1 to 2 minutes briskly stirring. Put off the flame. When cool, pour  this to glass, garnish with nuts.

Note: The type of seeds to be added is your choice. It needn't be almond, poppy or lotus seeds.

So also you can add Ragi powder, Banana to make it more yummy and healthy.

A glass of smoothy can serve as your healthy breakfast/dinner!

2.Simple Arrowroot Pudding

 Ingredients:

1/4 cup arrowroot powder

2 cups coconut milk (or any other milk of your choice)

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Instructions:

In a saucepan, whisk together the arrowroot powder and coconut milk until smooth. Add the maple syrup (or honey) and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the pudding into serving dishes and chill in the refrigerator until set.

3. Strawberry Arrowroot Pudding

Ingredients:

1 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)

2 cups coconut milk (or any other plant-based milk)

1/4 cup arrowroot powder

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

In a blender, puree the strawberries until smooth.

In a saucepan, whisk together coconut milk, arrowroot powder, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract.

Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens.

Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

Mix in the strawberry puree and stir well.

Pour the mixture into a bowl and  chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Note: Instead of Strawberry you can add any berri of your choice say, blackberry, blueberry or raspberry.

4.Arrowroot and Vegetable Stir-Fry

 Ingredients:

2 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, etc.)

2 tbsp soy sauce or tamarind (gluten-free soy sauce)

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp arrowroot powder

1 tbsp water

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1-inch piece of ginger (grated)

1 tbsp cooking oil

Cooked rice or noodles for serving

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, arrowroot powder, and water to create a smooth sauce. Set aside.

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables evenly.  Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles.

5. Arrowroot Gravy

 Ingredients:

2 cups vegetable or chicken broth

2 tbsp arrowroot powder

2 tbsp water

2 tbsp butter or oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot powder and water to form a slurry. In a saucepan, melt the butter (or heat the oil) over medium heat. Add the broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the arrowroot slurry and continue stirring until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over roasted meats, mashed potatoes, or vegetables.

6. Arrowroot Berry Crisp

Ingredients:

4 cups mixed berries (such as blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries)

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1 tbsp arrowroot powder

1 cup oats (gluten-free if desired)

1/2 cup almond flour

1/4 cup coconut oil (or butter), melted

1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)

Instructions

 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the berries, maple syrup (or honey), and arrowroot powder. Transfer the berry mixture to a baking dish. In another bowl, combine oats, almond flour, melted coconut oil (or butter), and chopped nuts. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the berries. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden and the berries are bubbling.

7. Arrowroot Chocolate Chip Cookies

 Ingredients:

1 cup arrowroot powder

1/2 cup almond flour

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup coconut oil (melted)

1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup chocolate chips (dairy-free for a vegan option)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a bowl, whisk together arrowroot powder, almond flour, baking soda, and salt.

In a separate bowl, beat together melted coconut oil and coconut sugar until smooth.

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the wet mixture and mix well.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until a dough forms.

Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.

Flatten the cookie dough slightly with the back of a spoon.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8.Arrowroot Coconut Cookies

 Ingredients:

1 cup arrowroot powder

1/2 cup shredded coconut

1/4 cup coconut oil (or butter), melted

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the arrowroot powder and shredded coconut. In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and salt. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten the balls with a fork. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.

Enjoy these delicious and diverse recipes featuring arrowroot powder!

9. Crispy Arrowroot Chicken Strips

 Ingredients:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)

1/2 cup arrowroot powder

2 eggs (beaten)

1 cup gluten-free bread crumbs or crushed cornflakes

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking oil (for frying)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

In a shallow dish, mix arrowroot powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Dip each chicken strip into the arrowroot mixture, shaking off any excess.

Next, dip the chicken strip into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.

Coat the chicken strip with gluten-free bread crumbs or crushed cornflakes, pressing gently to adhere.

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Fry the chicken strips until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides.

Transfer the chicken strips to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until fully cooked through.

10.Crispy Arrowroot-Coated Chicken

Ingredients:

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)

1/2 cup arrowroot powder

1 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

2 eggs (beaten)

Oil for frying

Instructions:

Mix the arrowroot powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dip each chicken strip into the beaten eggs, then coat them with the arrowroot mixture. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated chicken strips until they are crispy and golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy Happy as well as Healthy Cooking please!

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