Garri (Cassava Flakes)
High-quality garri with clean texture, balanced taste, and export-ready packaging for global food markets.
Garri (Cassava Flakes)
Scientific name: Fermented cassava product · Also known as: Garri, Cassava Flakes, Gari
Garri (cassava flakes) is a staple food processed from fresh cassava roots through fermentation, dewatering, and roasting. It is carefully handled to achieve the right dryness, texture, and taste, ensuring a clean and consistent product suitable for both local consumption and export.
Known for its versatility, garri can be consumed directly as a snack or prepared into meals. Its long shelf life and ease of storage make it highly demanded in international markets, especially within African diaspora communities and food supply chains.
Common Applications
Product Specifications
| Property | Specification / Value |
|---|---|
| Parameter | Specification |
| Appearance | Dry, coarse granules or flakes |
| Color | White to pale yellow |
| Texture | Slightly gritty, crunchy |
| Odor | Neutral or mildly fermented cassava odor |
| Taste | Neutral to slightly sour |
| Moisture Content | 10% - 15% |
| Particle Size | 1 - 3 mm (variable depending on processing) |
| Bulk Density | 0.4 - 0.6 g/cm³ |
| pH | 5.0 - 6.5 |
| Foreign Matter | Free from foreign matter |
| Impurities | Free from molds, fungus, and contaminants |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water |
| Packaging | Typically packed in plastic or jute bags |
| Shelf Life | 6 months to 1 year, depending on storage |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and sunlight |
