grains
There are loads of utterly delicious, gluten-free alternatives to wheat! If you’re looking for an alternative to couscous, something instead of pasta or noodles, or an some ingredients for your cereal, here are some great ideas. Experiment with different types and see which ones you like - you may prefer the more nutty, flavoured ones, or the ones with a fuller flavour. Now's the time to experiment!
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amaranthA superfood, packed with minerals and all eight amino acids, amaranth is available as a grain.
barleyBarley contains a small amount of gluten, but is often a good alternative for those sensitive to wheat, rather than gluten.
buckwheatNot to be confused with wheat – buckwheat comes from a different food family, from the seeds of a herb.
corn/maizeAlso known as polenta, this is a fantastic ingredient for side dishes, especially if served with chicken or fish.
kamutKamut contains some gluten, so don’t eat this if you’re sensitive to gluten.
milletMillet is widely available and what’s more, it's a superfood.
oatsOats are widely available and also a great high-fibre, antioxidant-packed, low-GI ingredient.
potatoesAs well as potatoes, you’ll find that sweet potatoes, yams, eddoes and dasheen are becoming widely available.
quinoaAnother fantastic superfood, quinoa contains all eight essential amino acids as well as high quantities of calcium and iron.
riceThere is a fantastic selection of different types of rice available, as well as different forms.
ryeRye contains gluten, so don’t use this if you’re gluten-sensitive.
spelt wheatA non-hybridized version of wheat which is sometimes tolerated by wheat-sensitive people.
tapiocaDerived from the cassava root, you can buy tapioca as ‘pearls’ and flakes.
