Ingredient

Durum Flour

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Durum flour is used to make pasta, noodles, and couscous. Its high protein and …

What it is

Durum flour is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is the primary ingredient in most pasta. The wheat is milled, and the bran and germ are removed to produce the flour.

Why it's used

Durum flour is used to make pasta, noodles, and couscous. Its high protein and gluten content give pasta its firm texture and ability to hold its shape when cooked. It is also used in some breads and pastries.

Health notes

Durum flour is a source of carbohydrates, protein, and some B vitamins and minerals. The FDA considers durum wheat to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated durum wheat and its products. Like other wheat products, it contains gluten.

Allergen info

Durum flour is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It contains gluten.

Products containing Durum Flour

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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