Khorasan has never been so close.
Khorasan: great
ancient grain
Triticum turgidum
Khorasan wheat takes its name from the ancient Persian region of Khorasan.
The stem is over one and a half metres high and the ear is up to 15 cm long.
The grain of Khorasan wheat is about twice as large as that of conventional wheat.
The ancestor of durum wheat, it is an ancient grain with a high protein content, cultivated as early as 6,000 years ago in Egypt.
Very versatile in cooking, in spite of its exotic name, it comes from a 100% Italian, 100% organic supply chain.
The benefits of Italian organic Khorasan wheat pasta
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100% Italian
Grown in Italy, milled and processed directly by Sgambaro.
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Source of protein
An energy cereal, with a high protein content.
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Antioxidant
Selenium and vitamin E make this grain a powerful antioxidant, protecting from free radicals.
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Source of fibres
Which help natural intestinal regularity.
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Rich in vitamins and minerals
Good amounts of vitamins A, E and K and of the B group.
Among the most present minerals: selenium, magnesium, zinc, calcium and iron. -
Certified organic
Cultivated according to specifications, carefully controlled and analysed to give you only the best of nature.
The science of
Khorasan wheat
Research, analysis and insights.
All the safety of our short supply chain
Like all our grains, Khorasan comes from the very close relationship we have built over the years with the farmers.
Relationships based on quality and fair remuneration for work.
Khorasan wheat is grown in Italy under a strictly organic, certified and scrupulously controlled regime. To bring you the taste of nature safely.
