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Corn Flour

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Corn Flour

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Corn (Maize)

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Corn Flour ?

A fine powder ground from dried corn kernels, used as a thickener or gluten-free flour in baking and cooking.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Corn Flour ?

Le/La/L'Corn Flour a un goût mild, starchy, slightly sweet avec des arômes neutral, earthy, slightly sweet.

Taste
Mild, Starchy, Slightly Sweet
Texture
Fine powder, smooth when hydrated
Aroma
Neutral, earthy, slightly sweet
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 30 g (1/4 cup)
Calories370 kcal
Total Fat4 g
Saturated Fat0.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein9 g
Total Carbohydrate79 g
Dietary Fiber7 g
Total Sugars0.5 g
Calcium5 mg
Iron2.7 mg
Potassium280 mg

Le secret du chef

For lump-free thickening, always create a slurry with cold liquid before adding corn flour to hot liquids, then whisk constantly.

Substituts & Proportions pour Corn Flour

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Corn Flour est Cornstarch (Cornflour UK), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Excellent thickening agent, but provides less substance than corn flour.

Substituts pour Corn Flour avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Cornstarch (Cornflour UK) Meilleur 1:1 Excellent thickening agent, but provides less substance than corn flour.
Rice Flour 1:1 Good gluten-free option for thickening and light baking.
Wheat Flour 1:1 Contains gluten, but can be used for thickening and baking where gluten is acceptable.
Arrowroot Powder 1:2 A potent, flavorless thickener, good for clear sauces.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Corn Flour

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture absorption and insect infestation.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Corn Flour ?

  • Chili
  • Tacos
  • Cornbread
  • Muffins
  • Frying batters
  • Gravies

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Corn Flour ?

Mild, Starchy, Slightly Sweet Neutral, earthy, slightly sweet

Quel est un bon substitut pour Corn Flour ?

Le meilleur substitut est Cornstarch (Cornflour UK) (1:1). Excellent thickening agent, but provides less substance than corn flour.

Comment choisir et conserver le Corn Flour ?

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture absorption and insect infestation.

Ingrédients Flour associés

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