Dough Mixture: Enriched Durum Flour
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What it is
Enriched durum flour is a type of flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is finely ground and then enriched with added vitamins and iron, which are often lost during the milling process. This enrichment helps to restore some of the nutritional value.
Why it's used
Durum flour is a primary ingredient in pasta and noodles due to its high protein and gluten content, which gives pasta its firm texture. It is also used in some breads and baked goods. Manufacturers use it for its structure-building properties.
Health notes
Durum flour is a source of carbohydrates, protein, and some B vitamins and iron due to enrichment. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes durum wheat as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for food use. International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) have evaluated it. No significant health concerns are associated with consuming durum flour as part of a balanced diet.
Allergen info
Durum flour is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It contains gluten.