{"id":14376,"date":"2014-08-01T19:42:36","date_gmt":"2014-08-01T19:42:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/?p=14376"},"modified":"2025-08-05T13:33:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T20:33:52","slug":"tigernut-milk-kunnu-aya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nourishedkitchen.com\/tigernut-milk-kunnu-aya\/","title":{"rendered":"Tigernut Milk (Kunnu Aya)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tigernut milk (called Kunnu Aya in Nigeria and Horchata de Chufa in Spain) is naturally sweet, creamy, and offers a luxurious, rich and nutty flavor. \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tigernut milk or kunnu aya can be made simply by soaking the tubers in water, blending and straining; however, the addition of spices like cardamom and cinnamon as well as sweetener is lovely.  In Nigeria, kunnu aya<\/em> is not flavored from time to time with sweet spices, but also with alligator pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Tigernuts Are Good for You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tigernuts are a rich source of nourishment, and remain a significant source of food for both the poor and the wealthy  throughout northwest Africa.  They're rich in minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and phosphorus, as well as vitamins C and E.  They're a good source of oleic acid (a monounsaturated fat also found in olive oil, avocado and pork fat), and which is associated with increased HDL (good) cholesterol levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tigernuts, also a member of the nutsedge family, are also traditionally used in folk medicine along with ginger and mints to treat upset stomachs, digestive issues, and irritable bowels (read about it here<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tigernuts are also a good source of prebiotics (that is food for the good beneficial bacteria in your gut!) like inulin and resistant starch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FYI Tigernuts are Not Nuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

And, remember, tigernuts are not<\/em> nuts. They are tiny tubers with a nut-like flavor and nut-like texture, so for those people who must avoid nuts, tigernut makes an excellent alternative in baking and cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Kunnu Aya (Nigerian-style Tigernut Milk)<\/h2>\n
A traditional food of both Spain and Nigeria, tigernuts are rich in minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium and phosphorus. They're also rich in vitamins E and C. Tigernut milk (or Kunnu Aya) is a traditional Nigerian method of preparing tigernuts, which highlights their natural soft, sweet creamy notes and a flavor reminiscent of roasted chestnuts.<\/div>\n
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Prep Time<\/span>5 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Soaking<\/span>12 hours<\/span><\/span> hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Total Time<\/span>12 hours<\/span><\/span> hrs<\/span> 5 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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