Fonio Flour: West African Delicacy
The appetizing, nutritious and gluten-free availability of fonio makes it a true treasure for healthy baking. This ancient West African grain is carefully ground into flour for ease of use in a variety of cooked dishes and baked goods. Although popular in that region of Africa, people in North America are now also discovering all its benefits.
 
What does fonio taste like? Fonio has a mildly nutty taste that offers something extra to tease your tastebuds. When you want flour for classic baked goods, you do not want an overwhelming flavour. It also integrates well with other flavours for both savoury and sweet dishes.
 
Fonio flour is naturally gluten-free
More people than ever before are discovering the benefits of avoiding gluten in their diets. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley and can cause issues for people with Celiac disease or other health problems. Fonio offers an alternative with zero gluten and plenty of nutrients to maximize health and wellbeing.
 
How to cook with fonio flour?
Use fonio flour wherever you use any other type of grain flour. You can substitute it, but because it is gluten-free, you need to add a binding agent to it like eggs, gelatin, xanthan gum or psyllium husk. These are common additions to gluten-free baking. 
 
Upgrade pancakes, breads, cupcakes, cookies or anything else with this fonio because it offers plenty of vitamins and essential minerals like zinc, iron and vitamin Bs. You’ll love its slightly nutty taste in any dish you enjoy!