Tiger Nut Horchata
The Details
In the Spanish version of our Mexican favorite, we pair Tiger Nut and Moringa to create a deliciously creamy - vegan and gluten-free - superfood treat. Both Tiger Nut and Moringa are high in antioxidants, vitamin C & E, iron, potassium, and magnesium. Tiger Nuts are also prebiotic which helps the body grow probiotic bacteria. A cup of comfort, this fun play on horchata is a delight with every sip!
Tiger Nut - Moringa Horchata
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups Tiger Nuts
4 1/2 cups cold water
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 small piece lemon zest
6 tablespoons maple syrup or local honey
1/2 teaspoon Moringa powder
EQUIPMENT
To Prepare:
Blender or Vitamix
Large bowl
Sieve or small strainer
PREPARATION:
Soak the tiger nuts in 2 cups of water overnight in the fridge ( 12 hours). *If any float to the top, discard as they might be sour.
Rinse the hydrated “chufas” under cold water.
In the blender, mix the nuts with the remaining water and lemon zest.
Strain the liquid with a sieve or fine strainer.
Rinse the blender and put the strained liquid, moringa, maple syrup and cinnamon on a pulse until blended.
Serve chilled or over ice. A gun option is to blend with ice for a slushy.
NOTES:
You may store it in the fridge for three to four days. If you like it sweeter, add more maple syrup. You can also substitute agave.