Enjoy this dairy-free tiger nut milk made with two ingredients: tiger nuts and water! This easy homemade milk substitute is a paleo and vegan-friendly alternative to cow’s milk.

Homemade tiger nut milk (aka horchata de chufa) is easy to make at home and only requires a few ingredients and a high-speed blender. If you’re looking for a paleo friendly milk, this is an excellent alternative!
What Are Tiger Nuts?
Tigernuts, also known as chufa, Cyperus esculentus Lativum, earth almonds, or yellow nutsedge, are small tuberous root vegetables that belong to the sedge family. Despite the name, tigernuts are not actually nuts; they are small, little tubers that grow underground. These tubers have a sweet, nutty flavor and are commonly consumed in various parts of the world.
How To Make Tiger Nut Milk
For this recipe, you will need dried tiger nuts, filtered water, a blender and nut milk bag.
Before you make homemade tiger nut milk, you will need to soak the nuts for 6-8 ours or overnight. This will soften the nuts and allow them to process in the blender.
Once soaked, discard the soaking water and place the soaked tiger nuts in a blender of food processor. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the nuts crumble to a wet and gritty nut butter consistency.

Next, add the water and blend for 30-60 seconds, or until the a creamy nut milk forms.
Once blended, strain the pulp through a nut milk bag or fine-mesh sieve. Pour the milk into glass bottle and reserve the leftover tiger nut pulp for homemade tigernut flour.
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Variations
- Sweetened Tiger Nut Milk: Add a few dates or a tablespoon of raw honey or maple syrup to the blender to make a sweetened milk.
- Chocolate Milk: Add two tablespoons of cocoa powder along with a sweetener to the blender to make chocolate tiger milk.

How To Make Tiger Nut Flour
If you’d like to use the pulp, its a great opportinut to make tigernut flour! Just like when you make coconut flour, you will dehydrate the pulp in a dehydrator or oven until dry. Blend the dried pulp in a blender until it turns into a fine flour. Store in an airtight container until ready to use. Tiger nut flour is a resistant starch as is great for making baked goods or added to smoothies.
FAQ
Does tiger nut milk have a long shelf life?
Homemade nut milk is best consumed within a few days and should be stored in the refrigerator. Store-bought tiger nut milk typically comes with a “best by” date, so be sure to check the packaging for shelf life information.
What are the nutritional benefits of tiger nut milk?
Tiger nut milk is a nutritious beverage. It is a good source of fiber, healthy fats (particularly monounsaturated fats), vitamins (such as vitamin E), and minerals (including magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium). It is also low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free.
Is tiger nut milk gluten-free?
Yes, tiger nut milk is naturally gluten-free, which makes it a safe option for individuals with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
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Tiger Nut Milk Recipe
Enjoy this dairy-free tigernut milk made with two ingredients: tiger nuts and water! This easy homemade milk substitute is a paleo and vegan-friendly alternative to cow’s milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes + Soaking time
- Yield: 4 cups 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American
Instructions
- Soak the dried tigernuts in 3 cups of water for 6-8 hours. This will soften the nuts and allow them to process in the blender.
- Place the soaked nuts in a blender and blend on high until the nuts grind into a fine meal.
- Add the water and blend on high for 30-60 seconds.
- Strain the nut milk through a nut bag or fine mesh strainer over a bowl. Pour the milk into a glass jar and refrigerate.
- The nut pulp can be used to make tigernut flour or can be composted.
- Store the milk in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes

Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 55
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
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