TAPIOCA

Tapioca is a starch extracted from the root of the cassava plant, native to South America but widely cultivated in tropical regions around the world. The root is processed to create tapioca in various forms, including pearls, flour, and flakes. Tapioca is known for being gluten-free and is often used in cooking and baking as a thickener or to create chewy textures in dishes like puddings, bubble tea, and desserts.