Corn
About
The flour is naturally rich in dietary fiber, antioxidants, vitamin B, omega 6 unsaturated fat and vegetable proteins. It is also rich in magnesium.
Nutrition Value
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CORN FLOUR |
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| Appearance | Comparable to Reference | |||||||||||
| Odour | Comparable to Reference |
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| Taste | Comparable to Reference | |||||||||||
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| 250(60 ASTM) | 2 % | |||||||||||
| PAN | 100 % | |||||||||||
| MOISTURE | 13.50% | |||||||||||
| TOTAL ASH (D. B.) | 0.7% (max) | |||||||||||
| ACID INSOLUBLE ASH | 0.05% (max) | |||||||||||
| ALCOHOLIC ACIDITY | 0.12 % | |||||||||||
| FAT CONTENT | 2.00% (Max) | |||||||||||
Usage
Maize is used as food for man as well as animals.
» Corn starch is used as a thickening agent in soups and liquid-based foods, such as sauces, gravies and custards.
» Corn flour can be used in corn bread, very famous makki di roti, multi-grain recipes, deep fry batters, in any recipe that uses corn flour-meal.
» Its major use is in making Mexican Tortilla - Tacos and Nachos.