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Chicory Grain

Common chicory, Cichorium intybus, is a somewhat woody, perennial herbaceous plant usually with bright blue flowers, rarely white or pink. Many varieties are cultivated for salad leaves, chicons (blanched buds), or for roots (var. sativum), which are baked, ground, and used as a coffee substitute and additive. It is also grown as a forage crop for livestock.It lives as a wild plant on roadsides in its native Europe, and now common in North America, China, and Australia where it has become widely naturalized.

Chicory grain Pairs With:

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Chicory grain Properties:

Food Property	Type	Description
Flavor Profile	Bitter	Chicory grains have a strong bitter taste.
Texture	Moisture	Chicory grains are relatively dry in texture.
Nutritional Value	Fiber	Chicory grains are high in dietary fiber.
	Micronutrients	Chicory grains contain various essential micronutrients.
Color	Natural Pigments	Chicory grains may have natural pigments that contribute to their color.
Aroma	Volatile Compounds	Chicory grains may contain volatile compounds that contribute to their aroma.
Chemical Composition	Acidity/Alkalinity (pH)	Chicory grains may have a specific acidity/alkalinity level.
Cooking Behavior	Water Retention	Chicory grains may retain water well during cooking.
	Oil Absorption	Chicory grains may absorb oil during cooking.