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Flaxseed

Linum usitatissimum Allergen-Free
Flaxseed

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Linaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Flax plant

¿Qué es Flaxseed?

Small, brown or golden seeds known for their rich content of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and lignans.

¿A qué sabe Flaxseed?

Flaxseed tiene un sabor nutty, earthy, mildly bitter (if rancid) con aromas mildly nutty.

Taste
Nutty, Earthy, Mildly Bitter (if rancid)
Texture
Crunchy (whole), Gummy/Gelatinous (ground, soaked), Mealy
Aroma
Mildly nutty
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 14g (2 tbsp ground)
Calories534 kcal
Total Fat42.2 g
Saturated Fat3.7 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein18.3 g
Total Carbohydrate28.9 g
Dietary Fiber27.3 g
Total Sugars1.6 g
Calcium255 mg
Iron5.7 mg
Potassium813 mg

El Secreto del Chef

To use as an egg substitute (flax egg), combine 1 tbsp ground flaxseed with 3 tbsp water; let sit 5 minutes until thick.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Flaxseed

El mejor sustituto para Flaxseed es Chia Seeds, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Excellent for binding, omega-3, and fiber; similar gel texture.

Sustitutos para Flaxseed con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Chia Seeds Mejor 1:1 Excellent for binding, omega-3, and fiber; similar gel texture.
Ground Psyllium Husk 0.5:1 Primarily for fiber and binding, less flavor/nutrition.
Hemp Seeds 1:1 Good source of omega-3/protein, softer texture, nutty flavor.
Sesame Seeds 1:1 Similar nutty flavor and texture in some applications, but different nutritional profile.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Flaxseed

Buy whole flaxseeds and grind them just before use for maximum freshness and nutrient absorption.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Flaxseed?

  • Smoothies
  • Yogurt
  • Oatmeal
  • Baked Goods
  • Salads
  • Bread.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Flaxseed?

Nutty, Earthy, Mildly Bitter (if rancid) Mildly nutty

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Flaxseed?

El mejor sustituto es Chia Seeds (1:1). Excellent for binding, omega-3, and fiber; similar gel texture.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Flaxseed?

Buy whole flaxseeds and grind them just before use for maximum freshness and nutrient absorption.

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