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What is the difference between arrowroot nad cornflour?

Cornflour and arrowroot are both thickening agents. However they differ slightly in both appearance and usage. Cornflour, or more accurately, Cornstarch, is a fine w… (MORE)

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In Animal Life

Is arrowroot poisonous to cats?

There is nothing that states that Arrowroot is harmful to cats. However, anything that is not a natural part of their diet should be given on occasion only as a treat, and… (MORE)

Derdriu Marriner

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In Garden Weeds

Is kudzu the same as arrowroot?

No , kudzu [ Pueraria lobata ] isn't the same as arrowroot [ Maranta arundinacea ]. Kudzu is in the same family [ Fabaceae ] as beans and peas. Arrowroot is in the family of t… (MORE)

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In Ingredient Substitutions

Is arrowroot flour the same as all purpose flour?

All-purpose flour is made from wheat. Arrowroot is a different plant. Arrowroot flour is a starch which is primarily used as a thickener. Unlike all-purpose (wheat) flour, arr… (MORE)

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In Ingredient Substitutions

What can be used instead of arrowroot?

Hi! Arrowroot is just a thickener so cornflour is ok to use, but bear in mind that Arrowroot stays clear when used as a thikening agent, Cornflour will turn whatever you're co… (MORE)

Ryan Clark

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With my Certified Holistic Health Coach background, I know almost too much about everything food & cooking related.

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In Food & Cooking

What are the advantages and disadvantages of arrowroot flour?

Arrowroot flour is a gluten-free, grain-free thickening agent, which is a substitute to corn starch. On the contrary, it is very expensive.