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Pueraria lobata Yes, even Kudzu can be used. A bit more difficult as is made into a starch but the southerners will admit there is no shortage of the weed. Asian shops sell Kudzu starch from the roots of this weed. Contains isoflavones which are being studied for the prevention of breast cancer. To make Kudzu starch: dig up the root, pound them, and then add them to water. Let the starch settle to the bottom and then repeat the process. The resulting flour should be used like arrowroot or cornstarch and added as a thickener to sauces and gravies. The leaves can also be eaten. Batter and deep fry for Tempura Kudzu. |
