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Thin Cornstarch Paste

N/A Allergen-Free
Thin Cornstarch Paste

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Derived from Poaceae)
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Corn

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Thin Cornstarch Paste ?

A mixture of cornstarch and liquid, used as a thickening agent, creating a translucent, glossy, and smooth consistency.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Thin Cornstarch Paste ?

Le/La/L'Thin Cornstarch Paste a un goût neutral avec des arômes neutral.

Taste
Neutral
Texture
Smooth, Viscous, Slippery
Aroma
Neutral
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 tbsp (8g dry)
Calories381 kcal
Total Fat0.1 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.3 g
Total Carbohydrate91 g
Dietary Fiber0.9 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium2 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Potassium5 mg

Le secret du chef

Always mix cornstarch with a cold liquid first to form a slurry, then add to hot liquids slowly while stirring to prevent lumps.

Substituts & Proportions pour Thin Cornstarch Paste

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Thin Cornstarch Paste est Flour Slurry (All-Purpose), à utiliser dans un rapport de 2:1 (flour:cornstarch). Good for thickening, but creates an opaque sauce with a floury taste if not cooked out.

Substituts pour Thin Cornstarch Paste avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Flour Slurry (All-Purpose) Meilleur 2:1 (flour:cornstarch) Good for thickening, but creates an opaque sauce with a floury taste if not cooked out.
Arrowroot Powder Slurry 1:1 Thickens similarly to cornstarch, but maintains clarity better, suitable for acidic dishes.
Tapioca Starch Slurry 1:1 Creates a glossy, slightly chewy texture, good for stir-fries and fruit pies, stable with freezing.
Rice Flour Slurry 2:1 Provides thickening with a less opaque finish than wheat flour, often used in Asian cooking.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Thin Cornstarch Paste

Use fresh cornstarch for best thickening power; store in an airtight container.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Thin Cornstarch Paste ?

  • Sauces
  • Soups
  • Stews
  • Gravies
  • Pie Fillings
  • Stir-fries.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Thin Cornstarch Paste ?

Neutral Neutral

Quel est un bon substitut pour Thin Cornstarch Paste ?

Le meilleur substitut est Flour Slurry (All-Purpose) (2:1 (flour:cornstarch)). Good for thickening, but creates an opaque sauce with a floury taste if not cooked out.

Comment choisir et conserver le Thin Cornstarch Paste ?

Use fresh cornstarch for best thickening power; store in an airtight container.

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