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All About Kamut
Plus a Delicious Kamut Bread Recipe
What Is Kamut?
The common name of this ancient grain is Khorasan wheat. Its origin is intriguing.
Following WWII, a US airman claimed to have taken a handful of this grain from a stone box
in a tomb near Dashare, Egypt. Thirty-six kernels of the grain were given to a friend who mailed them to his father, a Montana wheat farmer.
The farmer planted and harvested a small crop and displayed the grain as a novelty at the local fair. Believing the legend that the giant grain
kernels were taken from an Egyptian tomb, the grain was dubbed King Tut's Wheat. But soon the novelty wore off and this ancient grain was all
but forgotten.
In 1977, one remaining jar of King Tut's Wheat was obtained by T. Mack Quinn, another Montana wheat farmer, who with his son Bob,
an agricultural scientist and plant biochemist soon perceived the value of this unique grain. They spent the next decade propagating the
humped-backed kernels originally selected from the small jar. Their research revealed that wheats of this type originated in the fertile
crescent area which runs from Egypt to the Tigris-Euphrates valley. The Quinns [trademarked] the name Kamut, an ancient Egyptian word for
wheat. Egyptologists claim the root meaning is "Soul of the Earth".1
Whether or not this story is true, the health benefits
of this
ancient grain are undisputed.
Health Benefits and Nutrition
Kamut is a good choice if you want to incorporate whole grains into your diet to boost your nutrition. It tops our whole grain comparison charts because it is
high in protein, thiamin, niacin, potassium, and zinc. This hearty whole grain is a great source of protein, minerals, and vitamins which contribute to high energy levels, a healthy
immune system, and proper muscle and nerve function.
How Does it Taste?
It is less bitter than other types of wheat and because it is more tolerable for people with wheat sensitivity it has been dubbed
the "sweet wheat you can eat!"
Flour Kamut flour can be substituted for wheat flour in any recipe. It's easy to work with, more nutritious,
and often tastes better!
Kamut berries Firm with a rich, buttery flavor. They are perfect for pilafs, cold salads, soups, and as
a cold cereal mixed with your favorite milk and fruit! It will store up to 1 year or longer, if stored properly.
Where to Buy Find out where to buy this nutritious whole grain and related products...
How To Cook?
3 parts water to 1 part berries (grain). Boil water. Add berries. Return to boil then reduce heat and let simmer 35-45 minutes or
until water is absorbed.
Favorite Recipes
Cereal Recipe
Follow the basic cooking instructions under our how to cook section then top with your favorite fruit.
Add milk for a thinner texture or yogurt for a creamier texture.
This is one of our best whole grain bread recipes. It makes a light and fluffy loaf of whole grain bread. From start to finish it will take 2 - 3 hours.
This whole grain salad works great as a side-dish with lamb or chicken.
If you're interested in cooking with this type of flour, click here.
Your Kamut Tips, Techniques, and Recipes!
Do you have a Kamut health tip, cooking trick or favorite recipe? Post it here and the most popular entries will also be highlighted on our homepage!
1. Source for history was www.kamut.com.
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