Hoop House and Field Evaluation of Tigernut ( L. var. Boeck) Selections in New Jersey, USA.

Tigernut or 'chufa' ( L. var. ) is gaining popularity in the United States as a high energy tuber crop known for sweet and chewy taste, 40-45% gluten-free digestible carbohydrate, high dietary fiber content, healthful fatty acid profile (73% monounsaturated, 18% saturated, 9% polyunsaturated-similar to olive oil), high oleic acid, and high P, K, and vitamins C.