Tiger Nut

Tiger Nut (Cyperus esculentus)

Tiger nuts, also known as earth almonds or chufa, are small tubers that grow underground, typically from the roots of a grass-like plant called Cyperus esculentus. Despite their name, they are not true nuts, but rather starchy tubers with a wrinkled, brown exterior and a sweet, nutty flavor. Their texture is chewy and slightly crunchy when raw, and they can be roasted, boiled, or ground into flour.