Arrowroot Powder, Tacca leontopetaloides, is sometimes called arrowroot, arrowroot powder wholesale, sweet arrowroot powder, bulk arrowroot powder, arrowroot starch, or arrowroot flour. This fine, white powder is a thickening agent derived from the roots of the arrowroot plant, a relative of the yam, that grows in tropical climates. 

Arrowroot has a neutral flavor, no odor, and a silky mouthfeel. It provides a glossy appearance without clouding, so it’s appropriate for dishes with a clear finish, like jellies or fruit pie fillings.

It has nearly twice as much thickening ability as corn starch and three times the thickening power of wheat flours and should be used cautiously in cooking.

Businesses that frequently purchase Sweet Arrowroot Powder are seasoning companies; independent spice shops; olive oil shops; and companies that manufacture jams.

Flavor Profile

Arrowroot Powder has a completely neutral flavor, so it will not change the way a dish tastes.

How To Use

Arrowroot Powder can stand up to the acidity of vinegar so use it as the crispy coating on sweet and sour chicken. It thickens the sauce in this delicious Spanish Saffron Chicken. It is commonly used in Asian cooking such as Instant Pot General Tso’s Style Chicken,  General Tso's Chicken,  Egg Drop Soup and Chinese 5 Spice Chicken Stir Fry.  Thicken Cinnamon Spiced Apple and Cranberry Sauce for an unforgettable holiday side. Use it to create the silky sauce that makes Grilled Broccoli with Adobo Lime Marinade sing. Coat a greased pan with Arrowroot Powder so baked goods don’t stick. It works wonderfully with eggs and custards, so it’s brilliant for thickening custard-based ice cream.

To use the powder as a thickening agent while you're cooking, create a slurry by whisking together one teaspoon of arrowroot powder with two teaspoons of a cold liquid, such as water. Pour the mixture into the dish you wish to thicken and cook the food over medium heat for about two minutes.