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Flaxseed

Linum usitatissimum Allergen-Free
Flaxseed

Sourcing & Taxonomy

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

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Flaxseed ?

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

Quel goût a le/la/l'Flaxseed ?

Le/La/L'Flaxseed a un goût nutty, earthy, mildly bitter (if rancid) avec des arômes mildly nutty.

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

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

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

Le secret du chef

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

Substituts & Proportions pour Flaxseed

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Flaxseed est Chia Seeds, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Excellent for binding, omega-3, and fiber; similar gel texture.

Substituts pour Flaxseed avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Chia Seeds Meilleur 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.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Flaxseed

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

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Flaxseed ?

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

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Flaxseed ?

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

Quel est un bon substitut pour Flaxseed ?

Le meilleur substitut est Chia Seeds (1:1). Excellent for binding, omega-3, and fiber; similar gel texture.

Comment choisir et conserver le Flaxseed ?

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

Ingrédients Seed / Superfood associés

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