Amaranth – Gluten free
Amaranth was a staple food for the Aztecs. It has a nutty flavor and its yield is similar to that of rice or maize. Amaranth is nutritious and tastes between whole wheat or wheat berries. Amaranth is high in fibre, low in fat & is gluten free. When cooked they look like a somewhat sheen, almost like caviar.
Bulgur Wheat
Bulgur wheat is made from durum wheat & is a cooking form of whole wheat that has been cleaned, parboiled, dried & ground into particles. The wheat is found in recipes similar to rice & couscous & is best known as the main ingredient in tabouli salad.
Couscous
Couscous is made from durum wheat flour. It is quick & simple to prepare. Just add boiling water & let it sit for 5 minutes, making it an almost instant low fat side dish. You can add exotic spices or sauces, or serve it plain. Place it as a salad base or as an accompaniment to meat & vegetables
Crushed Rye
Crushed rye is a coarse, whole grain rye product. The rye kernel is finely crushed between rollers provides a very rough character to the bread. Rye is a rich; versatile source of protein and dietary fibre, especially a type of fibre called arabinoxylan, that is known for its high anti-oxidant activity.
Crushed Wheat
Crushed wheat is made from the whole raw wheat kernels which are crushed or cut into smaller pieces. This wheat is made from the whole-wheat berries and contains a great deal of nutrition & fibre.
Dehulled Buckwheat – Gluten free
Dehulled Buckwheat is considered a fruit seed. Buckwheat helps to stabilize the metabolism, so making it ideal for weight stabilization. Buckwheat can be eaten raw or cooked. It can also be enjoyed as a starch replacement.
Dehulled Millet – Gluten free
Dehulled Millet is a tasty grain with a slightly sweet & nutty flavour. This highly nutritious grain is gluten free and non acid-forming, which makes it easy to digest. Dehulled Millet is most commonly used in cooked cereals & baked goods.
Dehulled oats
Dehulled oats have been minimally processed; only their outer hull has been removed. As a result, they retain much of their nutrient content & are very chewy. These oats, just like all oats, are low in fat and high in complex carbohydrates.
Gluten Free Rolled Oats
Rolled oats make a delicious, wholesome breakfast and provide sustained energy for the day. They present a much healthier alternative to most processed cereals as the have a lower glycaemic index which helps to regulate blood sugar levels. They’re a good source of dietary fibre.
Pearl Barley
Pearl barley is the primary form of barley for human consumption as its hull & bran are removed, in order for it to be edible. Pearl barley is a wonderfully nutritious low-fat food with a good iron & fibre content.
Pearled Wheat
Pearl Wheat is produced from fully-matured soft white wheat that is then passed through a pearling machine. The pearling process removes the hull (the outer layer of the grain) from the kernel, which helps to lower the cooking time of the grains and extends their shelf life.
Polenta-Gluten free
Essentially polenta is yellow and cooked maize meal with water, like porridge or as a base for toppings such as cheese, meat or vegetables. It can also be set in the refrigerator which produces a dough-like texture which is to be cut, moulded and grilled, or toasted in the oven.
