Tiger nut drink, also known as “horchata de chufa” or “horchata de almendra,” is a traditional Spanish beverage made from tiger nuts, which are not actually nuts but small tubers. This refreshing and creamy drink is naturally sweet and dairy-free, making it suitable for vegans and those with lactose intolerance.
To make tiger nut drink, start by soaking tiger nuts in water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain the soaked tiger nuts and blend them with fresh water until smooth. Strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or fine mesh sieve to remove any solids, then sweeten the drink with sugar, honey, or another sweetener of your choice to taste.
You can also add a splash of vanilla extract or ground cinnamon for extra flavor. Serve the tiger nut drink chilled over ice for a refreshing treat. It’s a delicious and nutritious alternative to dairy milk, with a slightly nutty and sweet flavor that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- • 2 cups of Tiger Nuts (Dried or Fresh)
- • 1 medium Ginger
- • 10 Dates (Or less)
- • 1 Coconut (Crack the shell and extract the flesh for blending)
Directions:
Step 1:
Soak the tiger nuts in clean water Overnight (if you are using the dry tigernuts)
Step 2:
Rinse the soaked tigernuts and place in a blender.
– Remove the seeds from the dates, wash and place in the blender.
– Peel and pour your diced coconut in the blender as well then add the skinned ginger, a little water or the coconut water and blend smooth.
Step 3:
With a Pap/Cheese cloth, strain the milk into a bowl.
-The first milk strained would be thick then you place the chaff back into the blender, add some more water, blend & strain again till the whole milk is extracted.
(Don’t make the kunu aya too light for a better taste)
Step 4:
Place the extracted milk drink in a refrigerator to chill up.
Step 5:
Serve cold