Carob flour 5 kg

Carob flour 5 kg

Carob flour is characterized by aromatic caramel flavor and natural sweetness.

It is low in calories and fat , and can be used as a replacement for chocolate in the preparation of desserts and beverages .

Carob plant is an evergreen shrub-like tree that is distributed in Mediterranean regions . Its fruits resemble seed pods that are edible , this is the reason why it is grown. It grows well in areas with warm to temperate climates , enduring hot and humid coastal areas and drought.

Carob is a characteristic plant of Portugal, Spain and Italian islands : Sicily and Sardinia. Carob tree bears fruit after six years of development, with each passing year the quantity of fruit growing.

Locust beans were used as a sweetener , before they were known for sugarcane and sugar beets. Today these wonderful fruits are also used in cosmetics, tobacco processing , paper and more. Most widespread carob flour is in confectionery as a more natural and healthy product. Better it tastes like mixed with raw cocoa.

Carob contains large amounts of calcium ( three times more than cocoa ) , magnesium, potassium, trace elements : iron, copper , nickel, manganese and chromium , and B vitamins : B1 , B2 and A.

Has a significant therapeutic effect in diarrhea , nausea, vomiting, gastro- intestinal disorders and others.

Origin: Spain