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Celebrate National Tapioca Day on June 28 with a delicious and unique treat! This day was created to honor the versatile root vegetable that has been used for centuries as an ingredient in many dishes. It is believed to have originated from South America, but it can now be found all over the world. Tapioca comes in various forms such as flour, pearls, flakes or starch and is known for its chewy texture and subtle sweetness which makes it perfect for desserts like puddings and bubble tea!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tapioca Introduced to Asia</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1800s, Portuguese and Spanish explorers introduced tapioca to Asia, where it eventually became a staple food ingredient.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1944</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tapioca in World War II</div><div class='timeline-text'>During World War II, tapioca was used as a substitute for other starches that were in short supply in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tapioca Becomes a Dessert Ingredient</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1950s, tapioca becomes popular in the United States as an ingredient in puddings and other desserts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Bubble Tea</div><div class='timeline-text'>The invention of bubble tea in Taiwan during the 1980s brought global attention to tapioca pearls as a fun and chewy addition to beverages.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Tapioca in Gluten-Free Cooking</div><div class='timeline-text'>With growing awareness of celiac disease and gluten intolerance, tapioca flour gained popularity in the 2010s as a gluten-free thickening and baking ingredient.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Tapioca Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Tapioca Day was established in 2015 to celebrate this versatile ingredient by encouraging people to create and enjoy various tapioca-based dishes.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake a tapioca pudding</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making a classic tapioca pudding is easier than you think. All you need is tapioca pearls, milk, sugar, and eggs. Cook the pudding in the oven for about an hour and voila! You have a delicious tapioca treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make bubble tea</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bubble tea is a popular drink made with tapioca pearls. Brew your favorite tea, add some tapioca pearls and your favorite fruit juice, and you have a tasty drink to enjoy on National Tapioca Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a tapioca stand</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local Asian market and find a tapioca stand. Try out all of the different kinds of snacks they have, from sweet to savory. You'll be sure to find something you love!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make tapioca pancakes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Combine tapioca flour with eggs, sugar, and butter to make delicious pancakes that will make your taste buds dance! Serve them with fresh fruit or syrup for the perfect breakfast or snack.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Hosting a National Tapioca Day party is a great way to share your love for tapioca with friends and family! Serve dishes such as bubble tea, tapioca pudding, and other unique snacks featuring tapioca.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tapioca is a versatile food</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Tapioca can be used in both sweet and savory dishes, making it a very versatile ingredient. From pies and puddings to soups and stir fries, tapioca can add texture and flavor to just about any dish. Plus, it's naturally gluten free which makes it a great option for those with gluten sensitivities!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tapioca is high in fiber</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Unlike other starches, tapioca has a higher fiber content due to its prebiotic properties. This means that it can help promote healthy digestion and the absorption of essential vitamins and minerals. Plus, adding it to your diet can help you feel fuller for longer which could help with weight management.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Tapioca is fun to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making tapioca is surprisingly easy and so much fun! Whether you're making bubble tea or traditional Brazilian desserts like brigadeiro or cuscuz de tapioca, experimenting with tapioca can be a great way to get creative in the kitchen. So why not take this opportunity to try something new on National Tapioca Day?</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tapioca is a Good Source of Iron</h3><p class='facts-content'>While tapioca gets the majority of its calories from carbohydrates, it is also a great source of iron. This mineral is vital for making the red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout your body.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tapioca is a Rich Source of Protein</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite being primarily seen as a carbohydrate, tapioca also provides protein which helps with tissue repair and strengthening the immune system.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tapioca Pearls were Traditionally Colored by Charcoal</h3><p class='facts-content'>In traditional preparation methods, tapioca pearls are often dyed using natural ingredients like charcoal or brown sugar, giving them their distinctive black color.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tapioca Flour is Used in Shoe Manufacturing</h3><p class='facts-content'>Aside from its culinary uses, tapioca flour is also used in some parts of the world as a binder in the production of leather goods and shoes, showing its industrial versatility.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Tapioca is a Staple in Brazilian Cuisine</h3><p class='facts-content'>Beyond bubble tea and smoothies, tapioca plays a significant role in Brazilian cuisine, where it is used as a primary ingredient in pancakes, breads, and even a special kind of cheese called 'queijo coalho'.</p></div></div>
National Tapioca Day is celebrated on June 28th every year. In 2024 National Tapioca Day will occur on a Friday.
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