Flour types and uses

[laurajay]

I see various flour types used, (potato, almond, coconut etc) Is there a general way to know what flour to use and when? Also Are their rules/guidelines on substitution for regular flour.  That question is mostly tied to post whole 30.

[Physibeth]

I see various flour types used, (potato, almond, coconut etc) Is there a general way to know what flour to use and when? Also Are their rules/guidelines on substitution for regular flour.  That question is mostly tied to post whole 30.

 

For a Whole30 the only time you would substitute flour is if it is a thickener or coating for meat. No baking period. Generally I would not worry about substitute flours at all. If you come across a recipe that calls for using it in a compliant way than go for it, but don't go looking for ways to use it. 

[laurajay]

Understand and as I stated in my post my question was for both whole 30 and post whole 30.

[Physibeth]

There is plenty of good info on alternate flours out there on the internet. As this site is devoted to Whole30 specifically it isn't the best place to get information on that topic. 

[Tom Denham]

I eat wonderful meals and have not used any kind of flour for the past several years. You honestly do not need flour to cook beautiful and tasty meals. 

[MeadowLily]

Arrowroot and EV Coconut Milk Powder which is pricey ($22.00/can) can be used as thickeners in recipes.   I can order it for $22 and my health food store sells it for $40.  

[laurajay]

Thank you MeadowLily, very helpful.