Almond Meal Flour

Almond meal is made out of crushed almonds with skin. It is perfect for people following special diets such as keto, paleo, or any gluten-free diet. It is rich in fiber and several vitamins and minerals. It aids in maintaining a healthy heart and digestive health.

• Rich in fiber, healthy fats, and proteins
• Eliminates bloating
• Helps manage blood sugar levels
• Improves energy levels
• Supports heart health

Almond meal flour is made of ground unpeeled almonds which makes it a little more coarse and grainier as compared to other flour textures that you can get. It is a popular gluten-free alternative to wheat flour and can be used in several cooking and baking recipes. It has several health benefits because of how rich it is in vitamins and nutrients. It contains high levels of Magnesium, Vitamin E, and fiber.

Since the almond meal is made out of unpeeled ground almonds, the skin gives you that extra kick of fiber and nutrients. Anyone following a special diet like keto or paleo and others with gluten sensitivity or allergy would find this flour to be very beneficial to them. It has several different baking applications as it gives food a unique flavor as compared to wheat flour.

Consuming almond meal in moderation can be greatly beneficial for general health since it is rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber. It may be used to replace regular flour in baking or in place of breadcrumbs while coating meats. The downside is that the baked item might not be as airy and fluffy as it would be with regular flour, making the final product a little denser and flatter.

Compared to wheat flour, almond meal flour has lower carbohydrate and higher fat content, making it ideal for the keto diet.

Benefits of Almond Meal Flour

• It may help lower LDL cholesterol and blood pressure. It lowers bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol levels
• It supports heart health by increasing the level of antioxidants in the bloodstream while reducing blood pressure and improving blood flow. It also creates a feeling of fullness.
• Being rich in vitamin C, almonds prevent damage to proteins, fatty tissue, and DNA in the body.
• As almond meal flour is gluten-free, it may help promote healthy weight gain, eliminate bloating, improve energy levels, and improve bone health.
• Almond meal flour is a good alternative to use for people with celiac disease or any kind of wheat intolerance
• It has a low glycemic index, meaning there are lower sugar and carbohydrates which may aid diabetics in managing their blood sugar levels.
• It also contains prebiotic dietary fiber which is digested in the small intestine by bacteria improving gut health.

How to use

Almond meal flour is best used in more traditional baked goods such as bread, cookies, pancakes, tarts, or as crumbed topping or coating for foods. To bake your favorite desserts, just use either almond meal flour or a mixture of coconut and almond meal flour.

Almond Flour Keto Roti

• Take a cup of almond flour, a quarter cup of coconut flour, three-quarter cup of flax meal, two tablespoons of ground chia seeds, two tablespoons of psyllium husk or powder, one teaspoon salt, two tablespoon ghee and one cup of lukewarm water.
• Mix all the ingredients well and let it sit for an hour.
• Before forming rotis out of the dough, add some lukewarm water to the mixture and knead it for a bit. Roll the dough into a ball and roll it out between two parchment papers.
• Take the top paper off and place it in a skillet with the bottom parchment paper facing up.
• Remove the paper and toast it for 2 minutes on each side and apply a little ghee on each side of the roti. Eat with curry or any dish of your choice.

Tip

If the smell of psyllium husk is too much, adding some chili powder, salt, or dry fenugreek leaves to the dough can help to minimize it.