conniebug Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Hi! I'm starting my first Whole30 on Saturday. I'm trying to assemble anything I might need. I'd like something to thicken broth for some stews I'm planning to make. I wanted tapioca starch since it's supposed to be tasteless like cornstarch, but I haven't been able to find it in my area. I was able to find coconut flour and potato starch. Which of these would be better to thicken beef or chicken broth? Does the coconut flour have a coconut taste? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFChris Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Coconut flour does have a coconut taste, so I wouldn't recommend that (unless you were going for an Asian flavor profile). Arrowroot powder is another compliant option for thickening that you may want to investigate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conniebug Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 I don't think I can get arrowroot here, so I guess I'll go with the potato. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted October 23, 2014 Moderators Share Posted October 23, 2014 I never add anything to thicken stews. If I add enough meat and veggies and let it cook long enough without a top on the pot, I am happy with how thick it gets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators ladyshanny Posted October 23, 2014 Administrators Share Posted October 23, 2014 If you are looking to make a gravy with pan drippings, a good way of doing so is to put some onions and cauliflower in with your meat (in the slow cooker or in the oven pan) from the get go. Probably more than you think you need. Then when it's done, remove the meat and take a stick/immersion blender and blend those soft onions and cauli right into the drippings. Instant, creamy and thick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conniebug Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 I hadn't thought about using blended cauliflower! I like that idea so much more! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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