ALGARROBINA (Prosopis Pallida)

Algarrobina is the fruit from the Algarrobo tree (Carob Tree) (Ceratonia Siliqua), 100 % natural and with high nutritious and energizing properties. It is considered a substitute to chocolate.
Algarrobina is a rich source of the following nutrients: Thiamine – B1, Riboflavin – B2, Niacin, Vitamin A and Calcium. Algarrobina also contains Potassium, Phosphorus, Magnesium and Iron. It is rich in natural sugars and it has a low content of starch and fats (2% fat vs. 52% fat in chocolate). It contains Pectin which is good for the regulation of digestion. Algarrobina is delicious in cold or hot drinks, and in some dishes. Three spoonfuls of Algarrobina and two spoonfuls of water equal a chocolate bar. It is also good for children as it provides Calcium and Phosphorus for teeth and bones.
It is similar to cacao in its colour and flavour.
Algarrobina is the perfect healthy alternative for those who want to cut down on their sugar, caffeine and saturated fats consumption.

“Lignin” is another type of fibre found in the harder part of the Algarrobina pod. These two fibre substances have a tremendously powerful effect on the control of cholesterol levels if they are included in one’s diet.

Therefore, Algarrobina is the perfect substitute to chocolate, with excellent nutritional value, harmless and does not cause stimulation of addiction. Try replacing cacao or cacao in powder with Algarrobina in any recipe. It is three times richer in calcium and it has three times fewer calories and ten times less fat.