How to Use arrowroot in a Sentence

arrowroot

noun
  • Te tai-uka-a-pia — which means like the arrowroot, the paper says.
    Saphora Smith, NBC News, 11 June 2021
  • Add the rest of the stock, beat in the arrowroot mixture, and stir in the orange peel.
    Daniel Neman, sacbee, 26 June 2018
  • Look for sorghum, arrowroot and psyllium at health food stores.
    Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, 12 June 2017
  • Another part of the forest has been set aside to grow arrowroot trees.
    Peter Yeung, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2020
  • In a bowl, mix the sugar together with the spices, salt and arrowroot.
    Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2018
  • Cheerios and arrowroot biscuits go stale fast if not properly stored.
    Deborah Skolnik, Parents, 1 Mar. 2026
  • In a small bowl, whisk the arrowroot powder with 2 tablespoons of water.
    Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 30 Dec. 2020
  • In large bowl, whisk together flours, arrowroot, psyllium husk and salt.
    Ann Maloney, NOLA.com, 12 June 2017
  • While the duck is roasting, combine the arrowroot or cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of the port or madeira, and set aside.
    Daniel Neman, sacbee, 26 June 2018
  • Gravy made with thickened using turkey juice and puréed low-starch veggies, or arrowroot powder instead of flour.
    Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 26 Nov. 2025
  • From brown rice and soy to arrowroot and buckwheat, these alternatives are lifesavers for wheat-free lifestyles.
    Birmingham Magazine, AL.com, 3 Jan. 2018
  • Its diet evolved from figs, fruits and other foods that grew wild in the forest to agricultural crops like arrowroot, maize and chili peppers.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Nov. 2022
  • Add the arrowroot mixture and whisk until thickened, about 30 seconds.
    Fox News, 8 May 2015
  • Even the more esoteric ingredients — such as arrowroot starch — can be found in big-box grocery stores.
    Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2026
  • To make the filling, place the apples, apple juice, lemon juice, arrowroot powder, and cinnamon in a large bowl, and toss to combine.
    Lauren Le Vine, Redbook, 12 June 2013
  • Combine the arrowroot and remaining 1/4 cup orange juice and stir into sauce to thicken.
    Atlanta Life, ajc, 25 Aug. 2017
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cacao powder, and arrowroot powder.
    Brittany Martin, Los Angeles Magazine, 20 Apr. 2018
  • While these chefs make their own noodles, good arrowroot, sweet-potato-starch or buckwheat noodles can be found in any Asian supermarket.
    Eleanore Park, WSJ, 8 Aug. 2018
  • The stick glides owing to the organic arrowroot powder and beeswax (locally harvested, of course).
    Kavita Daswani, latimes.com, 7 Apr. 2018
  • Generously grease a 9-inch Bundt pan with ghee and coat with arrowroot powder, shaking to discard any excess.
    Meggen Taylor, Forbes, 6 May 2021
  • This Art of Sport option is made with natural botanicals like matcha and arrowroot powder to wick away moisture.
    Heath Owens, Town & Country, 3 Feb. 2023
  • The active ingredients to block odor are mandelic acid derived from almonds and arrowroot powder to absorb sweat.
    Patricia Fox, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2021
  • Real grasscloth wallpaper is made from natural fibers like jute, hemp, arrowroot, or seagrass, which are handwoven and backed with paper.
    Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 July 2025
  • In large mixing bowl, whisk dry ingredients (almond flour, arrowroot, salt, garlic powder and baking soda).
    Lauren Joskowitz, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2019
  • Cornstarch, tapioca starch (also known as tapioca flour), arrowroot, potato starch and plain old wheat flour are typical options.
    Washington Post, 22 Feb. 2021
  • Start by dissolving it in cold water (a one-to-one ratio of arrowroot powder to cornstarch should do the trick) before slowly adding to room-temperature sauces.
    Antara Sinha, Bon Appétit, 13 June 2022
  • As its name suggests, this cream is infused with antioxidant-rich goji berry, black soybean, and arrowroot extracts to boost skin elasticity.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Meanwhile, arrowroot extract adds volume, aloe vera extract adds a bit of shine (to prevent chalkiness and dullness), and celery root extract soothes the scalp.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2026
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, potato starch, arrowroot, baking powder, baking soda, xanthan gum and salt.
    Wolfgang Puck, Twin Cities, 26 June 2019
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, potato starch, arrowroot, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, xanthan gum, and salt.
    Jenna Rennert, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2017

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