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Fonio Obà Grain

Ancient grain, naturally gluten-free, it is perfect for cous cous, vegan burger or stuffing for vegetables.

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  • Fonio Obà in Grani Senza Glutine
  • Fonio Obà in Grani Senza Glutine
  • Fonio Obà in Grani Senza Glutine

Fonio Obà Grain

Ancient grain, naturally gluten-free, it is perfect for cous cous, vegan burger or stuffing for vegetables.

Fonio is rich in essential amino acids, fibre, minerals and it has low glycemic index. It is the new super-grain, a great and tasteful alternative to Quinoa, Sorghum and Teff !

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Pack: 250g
€ 4,45
VAT included
  • Fonio is an ancient grain belonging to the Millet botanic family. It is a tiny grain that has been grown across West Africa for thousands of years.

    Fonio is a precious ingredient, perfect for an healthy and balanced diet. It is gluten free, rich in vegetal protein and fibre, source of minerals and Vitamin B.

    Ingredients: 100% Fonio
    Price / Kg: € 17.80 / Kg

  • Nutrition Information per 100 g

    Energy: 1517 kJ - 358 kcal
    Fat: 2.8 g
    - of which saturates: 0.7 g
    Carbohydrate: 74.4 g
    - of which sugars: <0.5 g
    Fibre: 3.4 g
    Protein: 7.1 g
    Salt: 0.03 g;

    Iron: 7.0 mg (50% RDA)
    Zinc: 1.5 mg (15% RDA)
    Manganese: 0.2 mg (10% RDA)
    Phosphorus: 55.2 mg (8% RDA)
    Magnesium: 19.0 mg (5% RDA)
    Calcium: 7.9 mg (1% RDA)

    RDI: Recommended daily intake of vitamins and minerals

  • It cooks in 3 minutes.

    Very easy and quick to be prepared, it can be used in the same recipes of Quinoa or Cous Cous, together with vegetables, meat or fish.

    Fonio cous cous basic preparation:

    1) Pour 100 gr of grains into a pan;
    2) Toast for 2 minutes adding some oil and a bit of salt;
    3) Add 2 times the grains’ weight of hot water
    4) Cook and stir for maximum 1 minute till water is absorbed
    5) Pour into a plate and fluff the cooked fonio with a fork before serving

    Using vegetable stock, instead of water, will make the dish even more tasteful and delicious.


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