Ölmühle Solling De-Oiled Flaxseed Flour

The flax plant, also called linseed (Liunum usitatissimum L.), is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and is valued for the high proportion of the polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid in its seeds. The highly valued omega-3-rich linseed oil is ...The flax plant, also called linseed (Liunum usitatissimum L.), is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and is valued for the high proportion of the polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid in its seeds. The highly valued omega-3-rich linseed oil is obtained by cold pressing freshly harvested linseed.

The press cake, which is also produced during the mechanical pressing process, contains around 10 g of this valuable fatty acid per 100 g, as well as around a third of vegetable protein and 40 g of fiber per 100 g. This press cake is gently ground into our fine linseed flour. Gluten-free low-carb alternative for baking Linseed flour, also called flax meal, has a very good swelling capacity and is therefore suitable as an ingredient in bread dough and all kinds of other dishes.

Around 10–20% of the flour in the recipe can be replaced with linseed flour. However, due to its high swelling capacity, the amount of liquid (water or milk) should be adjusted accordingly to the desired dough consistency. Because it contains no sugar, flaxseed flour is the ideal addition to a low-carb diet and is good for supplying the body with the necessary fiber.

The secondary plant substances in flaxseed are beneficial for digestion. Hypersensitivity to gluten (celiac disease), the gluten protein found in many grains, prevents many people from enjoying cakes, cookies, and pastries. In combination with gluten-free flours (from corn, sorghum, buckwheat, millet, rice, amaranth, quinoa, etc.), flaxseed flour can add new flavor accents, as it also contains no gluten.

But linseed flour is also a healthy treat for gourmets without celiac disease, as it contains a particularly high proportion of fiber (approx. 40%) and valuable omega-3 fatty acids. Use Linseed flour is suitable for making bread, fine pastries or as an addition to muesli.

Instructions for handling and storage Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place.