The 10 Best Tapioca Flours
This wiki has been updated 23 times since it was first published in May of 2018. Extracted from the root of the cassava plant, tapioca flour is a gluten-free starch that’s mild in taste and colorless, making it a good replacement for wheat-based options and suitable for those with restrictive diets or who suffer with digestive issues. We’ve rounded up some of the finest selections in every variety, from granules to finely ground powders, at price points to suit any budget. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
1. Bob's Red Mill
2. Anthony's Premium
3. Earthborn Elements White
Editor's Notes
May 29, 2020:
While it's far from nutritionally complete, tapioca flour, alternatively known as tapioca starch, can be a great addition to gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and kosher recipes. If you don't have severe allergies to nuts, it mixes well with almond flour, as well as coconut flour for gluten-free bakes. It's a good idea to mix flours if you're on a diet, as tapioca consists mainly of carbohydrates and is a concentrated source of calories. It can also help to balance out the grittiness typically found in almond flour.
There are a handful of variations when it comes to this starch, and you'll find a good sampling of them on this list. For a sour, tangy addition to savory dishes and cheesy breads, Yoki Polvilho Azedo is the way to go, while its sweet variant Goya Polvilho Doce is better suited to desserts. The finely granulated consistency of Let's Do Organic and the recently-added Wincrest Granulated makes for shorter cook times, and powdery choices like Bob's Red Mill and Authentic Foods Dedicated make exceptional thickeners and are ideal for promoting browning and crisping crusts.
On top of the Wincrest brand, we also have Earthborn Elements White joining the ranks today. This pick is best for health-conscious bakers who want to eschew fillers, additives, preservatives, and artificial ingredients. The ample amount should satisfy experienced home chefs who cook and bake often, and the thoughtfully-designed tub seals well to keep its contents safe and is wide enough to accommodate any size measuring cup. When you've finished with it, it can be reused to store flour mixes, or else keep certain ingredients separated if you have an allergy that requires it.
Special Honors
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4. Authentic Foods Dedicated
5. Judee's Expandex Modified
6. Goya Polvilho Doce
7. Wincrest Granulated
8. Let's Do Organic
9. Yoki Polvilho Azedo
10. Erawan Starch
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