{"product_id":"khorasan-grain-5kg","title":"Khorasan Grain Chemical Free 5kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThis \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKhorasan grain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is grown by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJulie and Geoff Brown\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/span\u003e; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e a family-run business in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecentral New South Wales\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e focused on regeneratively growing heritage grains. The Browns are also the founders of the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainable Farmers of Australia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e initiative, which supports transparency, sustainability, and long-term soil health across Australian agriculture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKhorasan (also known by the trademarked name \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKamut®\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) is an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eancient wheat variety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e known for its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elarge golden kernels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, buttery flavour, and easy digestibility. It’s naturally higher in protein than modern wheats and mills into a rich, slightly sweet flour that performs beautifully in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebreads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eflatbreads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewholegrain baking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy we love it:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown by Bio-Oz in central NSW (Julie \u0026amp; Geoff Brown)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSustainably farmed and traceable back to the grower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eLarge golden kernels – ideal for milling and baking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eExcellent flavour and digestibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAncient wheat species – non-hybridised and nutrient-dense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Khorasan grain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKhorasan is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etetraploid ancient wheat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003ci\u003eTriticum turanicum\u003c\/i\u003e), genetically distinct from modern bread wheats. Its long, plump grains contain more protein and minerals, and its mild, nutty flavour makes it a favourite among wholegrain bakers and those looking for an alternative to modern wheat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOften well tolerated by people sensitive to conventional wheat (though \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enot gluten-free\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), it’s valued for its digestibility, traditional roots, and flavour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the growers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eJulie and Geoff Brown are pioneers in Australian heritage grain production. Through \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBio-Oz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and their \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSustainable Farmers of Australia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e initiative, they champion low-input, farmer-led grain growing—prioritising soil health, regional food security, and seed sovereignty. Their Khorasan is fully traceable from paddock to plate, and grown with care for people and planet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow would you describe Khorasan?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKhorasan has a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emild, buttery flavour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with a slightly chewy texture when cooked whole. Milled into flour, it produces a very soft flour that produces golden loaves and pastries with a natural sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use khorasan for sourdough or bread?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. Khorasan performs well in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esourdough\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eyeasted loaves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eflatbreads\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It has good strength, but the gluten behaves differently to modern wheat—expect a slightly softer dough and crust with excellent flavour. For a loaf that you may be more familiar with try blending in a true wheat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I mill khorasan grain at home?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAbsolutely. Khorasan is ideal for home milling, producing a rich, creamy flour perfect for fresh baking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs khorasan gluten-free?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e—Khorasan \u003cstrong\u003edoes\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003econtain\u003c\/strong\u003e gluten. However, many people who find modern wheat difficult to digest tolerate Khorasan more easily due to its more simple chromosomal structure (as a tetraploid) . \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe have written a blog post about the intricacies of gluten in different grains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I cook khorasan grain whole?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSoak overnight, then simmer until tender (roughly 45–60 mins). Great in grain salads, bowls, or as a rice substitute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should I store grains?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eKeep in an airtight container in a cool, dry spot. For long-term storage, refrigerate or freeze to protect from pests. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bio-Oz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634911150191,"sku":"KHO-GRN-BE-5KG","price":22.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/Australian_grown_khorasan_grain_kamut.jpg?v=1763524903","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.sovereignfoods.com.au\/products\/khorasan-grain-5kg","provider":"Sovereign Foods Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}