Organic Whole Einkorn

Description

Einkorn is the oldest wheat known to scientists and is considered man’s first wheat. The term Einkorn is derived from the German language and is interpreted to mean “single grain”. The most primitive form of wheat on Earth, it contains only 14 chromosomes, whereas modern wheat contains 42. Einkorn does not have the D chromosome, which seems to relate to wheat intolerance in many humans. It is easier to digest and contains more protein and antioxidants than modern wheat. It seems this super food should be highly popular in bakers’ pantries but with the introduction of modern wheats that have better gluten and the invention of roller mills that strip off the bran and separate out all the essential fibres to make higher and fluffier loaves, the ancient grains slowly disappeared out of people’s diets. With gluten intolerance striking so many, the ancient grains are making a comeback. They take more time and care in baking and therefore require more patience, but the end result is worth it for those who could not tolerate flour but now can have their comfort foods again. Einkorn can be used in general baking. Because of its lower gluten properties, it needs more care in making sourdoughs or yeast breads than the hard red spring wheat.