🌾 Francine – Buckwheat Flour (Farine de Sarrasin)
Bring the authentic taste of Brittany into your kitchen with Francine Buckwheat Flour—perfect for galettes, vegan baking, and nutritious meals.
Product Overview
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Type: Pure buckwheat flour (farine de sarrasin), made from 100% French-grown sarrasin seeds
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Sizes: Typically sold in 1 kg retail packages; also available in bulk (boxes of 10 kg) for foodservice
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Uses: Perfect for Breton galettes, crêpes, pancakes, cookies, cakes, breads, and gluten-free baking
Ingredients & Specifications
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Ingredients: 100% buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum), no additives, no preservatives
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Origin: Certified French origin, processed and packed in France
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Allergens: Naturally gluten-free, though may contain traces of nuts or seeds from shared equipment (check label)
Nutrition Facts
| Energy | 1443 kJ / 100 g |
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| Energy | 341 kcal / 100 g |
| Fat | 2.6 g / 100 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g / 100 g |
| Carbohydrates | 67.7 g / 100 g |
| Sugar | 0.9 g / 100 g |
| Proteins | 9.6 g / 100 g |
| Salt | 0 g / 100 g |
Key Benefits & Highlights
✅ 100% Pure Buckwheat: No wheat—ideal for gluten-free cooking
🇫🇷 French Origin: Sourced and milled in France with consistent quality
🎯 Macro-Nutrient Rich: High in plant protein and dietary fiber; low in sugars and saturated fats
🌱 Versatile in the Kitchen: Use for both sweet and savory—crêpes, galettes, cakes, cookies, breads, pancakes, and more
🌾 Rustic Flavor: Earthy, slightly nutty taste; blends well with other flours for lighter textures
Francine Buckwheat Flour Recommended Culinary Uses
- Breton Galettes: Classic savory crêpes made with buckwheat flour
- Vegan Crepes: Rich texture without dairy—blend with water or plant milk
- Cookies & Cakes: Ideal in gluten-free or mixed-flour baking
- Rustic Breads & Wraps: Combine with other flours for hearty bread or flatbreads
- Breakfast Pancakes: Try mixed with eggs or plant milk for a nutritious start
