The starch that
makes kuzu such an outstanding jelling and thickening agent in cooking is partly responsible for its medicinal action.
Not exact matches
I also
made some other substitutions: 5 T coconut oil + 2 T lemon juice for the margarine, 1 T
kuzu for the cornstarch, and I used a combination of almonds, cashews, and pinenuts in the filling.
Simply adding crushed
kuzu starch to fresh fruit and juice over low heat
makes an amazing fruit sauce that will satisfy your sweet tooth and is a healthier alternative to artificial sugars and syrups.
From a food standpoint,
kuzu helps balance the acidity of sweets
making it perfect in pair with a dessert!
At the end of cooking you can
make a nice sauce, thickened with arrowroot or
kuzu and seasoned with soy sauce, ginger or garlic.