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Other Names:
tiger nuts
What is Chufas?
Cyperus esculentus, a nutty tasting dried tuber grown predominantly in Spain. Chufas originated from the Nile River Delta in Egypt and were later taken to Spain by the Phoenicians. In Spain the tubers (referred to as nuts) are dried and ground to make a drink called Horchata. (See recipes).
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Chestnuts OR Almonds
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