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Spelt

Triticum spelta Allergens: Wheat, Gluten
Spelt

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European
  • Seasonality Summer (harvest), Year-Round (available)
  • Source Spelt grain

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

An ancient grain, a distinct species of wheat, known for its nutty flavor, slightly chewy texture, and high nutritional value.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Spelt ?

Le/La/L'Spelt a un goût nutty, slightly sweet, earthy avec des arômes mildly earthy, bread-like (flour).

Taste
Nutty, slightly sweet, earthy
Texture
Chewy (whole grain), tender (cooked), light (flour)
Aroma
Mildly earthy, bread-like (flour)
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 50g (dry)
Calories338 kcal
Total Fat2.4g
Saturated Fat0.4g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein14.6g
Total Carbohydrate70.2g
Dietary Fiber10.7g
Total Sugars6.8g
Calcium27mg
Iron4.5mg
Potassium388mg

Le secret du chef

When cooking whole spelt berries, soak them overnight to reduce cooking time by up to half. Spelt flour is excellent for baking, producing tender, flavorful results, but can absorb liquids differently than modern wheat.

Substituts & Proportions pour Spelt

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Spelt est Farro, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar nutty flavor and chewy texture, also an ancient grain, contains gluten.

Substituts pour Spelt avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Farro Meilleur 1:1 Similar nutty flavor and chewy texture, also an ancient grain, contains gluten.
Wheat Berries 1:1 Offers similar chewiness and whole-grain nutrition, but slightly milder flavor.
Barley (pearled) 1:1 Good for adding body to soups and stews, has a pleasant chew and earthy taste.
Quinoa 1:1 Gluten-free alternative, cooks faster, offers complete protein, different texture.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Spelt

  1. Spelt comes in whole grain (berries), hulled, or as flour.
  2. Choose whole grain for maximum fiber.
  3. Ensure spelt" is the only ingredient for flour."

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

  • Salads
  • pilafs
  • soups
  • stews
  • baking bread and pastries
  • side dishes.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Spelt ?

Nutty, slightly sweet, earthy Mildly earthy, bread-like (flour)

Quel est un bon substitut pour Spelt ?

Le meilleur substitut est Farro (1:1). Similar nutty flavor and chewy texture, also an ancient grain, contains gluten.

Comment choisir et conserver le Spelt ?

Spelt comes in whole grain (berries), hulled, or as flour. Choose whole grain for maximum fiber. Ensure spelt" is the only ingredient for flour."

Ingrédients Grain associés

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