Erawan Tapioca Starch 16oz (1lb)

Achieve smooth, glossy, and naturally gluten-free results with Erawan Tapioca Starch 16oz (1lb)—a high-quality, versatile starch made from the cassava root. Widely used across Southeast Asian and Filipino kitchens, this essential pantry ingredient helps thicken sauces, bind ingredients, and add that signature chew to traditional desserts.

Typical Use

Tapioca starch is commonly used as a thickening agent in soups, stews, and sauces. It’s favored for its smooth consistency and neutral flavor, making it ideal for gravies, stir-fry sauces, and clear broths like lumpiang sariwa sauce or kare-kare.

Other Uses

This all-purpose starch also works well for:

• Filipino desserts like palitaw, pichi-pichi, and kutsinta

• Gluten-free baking as part of flour blends

• Tapioca pearls or boba preparation

• Breading or coating for fried foods to add a crispy texture

• Binding agent in meatballs, sausages, or lumpia fillings

Known for Filipino

In Filipino cuisine, tapioca starch is a staple ingredient in native delicacies, especially in kakanin (rice cake) recipes. It’s essential in creating the chewy, bouncy texture that Filipinos love in desserts such as suman sa lihiya, cassava cake, and sapin-sapin. Trusted brands like Erawan ensure consistent quality and performance, making it a go-to for both home cooks and professional kitchens.

Allergens and Label Review

Erawan Tapioca Starch is naturally gluten-free and made from pure cassava. However, it may be processed in facilities that handle soy, dairy, or nuts.
Always review the product packaging for the most accurate and updated list of ingredients and allergen information.

Disclaimer

This description is for informational purposes only and should not replace professional dietary advice or the actual product label. Always consult the packaging for complete and accurate details