Water chestnut flour — fine white starch ground from dried water chestnuts. Thickens Chinese stir-fries; binds sweet desserts (water-chestnut cake).
Across cuisines
Water chestnut flour is a gluten-free starch made from dried and ground water chestnuts. It is commonly used in Asian cuisines for making batters, dumplings, and as a thickening agent. In Chinese cooking, it is known for its ability to create a smooth, glossy texture.
