Chufa Nuts for Spanish Horchata de Chufa Shakes

Sweet and refreshing, Horchata de Chufa is one of Spain's most beloved drinks. This Valencian classic is a frosty shake with a rich, nutty flavor blended with lemon and cinnamon. It's a classic summer treat, served fresh at 'horchaterias' across the region. You can make an authentic horchata de chufa at home using these excellent dried chufas. See our recipe below for how to make it.

Horchata de Chufa is made of ground chufa nuts (actually the roots of the chufa plant) grown in the Valle de Nito in Spain. Our finest dried Valencian chufas are grown by Chufas Bou in Valencia, a leader in quality since 1945. They have a protected designation, D.O. Chufa de Valencia (Denomination of Origin).

La horchata de chufa is a Spanish product (completely different from Mexican horchata, which is made from rice). It is a favorite across Spain, but particularly in Valencia, Murcia and Andalucía.

Chufas (also called tiger nuts) are an edible tuber considered a superfood due to their health benefits and nutritional properties. Packed with fiber and nutrients, they are touted for digestive and antioxidant benefits.

This package of dried Chufa nuts is enough to make about 4 quarts/liters of Horchata.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 pound (250 gr – 1.5 cups) chufa nuts
• 1 quart (liter) of water
• 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
• 1 tsp grated lemon peel (optional)
• About 1 cup of sugar (try less the first time - you can always add more!) 

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Soak the chufa nuts in water for 24 hours.
• In a blender, grind the nuts, water, cinnamon, sugar and lemon until you have an even, smooth mixture.
• Let it settle for a half an hour.
• Press the paste through a strainer to obtain fresh horchata.
• Refrigerate for at least an hour.
• Finish in the freezer for 20 minutes until slightly slushy.

Makes 1 quart/liter.

How much Horchata can I make with this package of dried Chufa nuts?

This package contains enough Chufa nuts to prepare approximately 4 quarts or liters of Horchata.

How should I store this product?

Keep it in a sealed container in a cool, dry place to preserve freshness and prevent moisture exposure.

How will my order be packed?

La Tienda packs products carefully to ensure they arrive in top condition. Items will arrive in La Tienda branded boxes.