Corn flour
Corn flour is great for anyone on a diet. This is one of the few low-allergenic foods considered safe for those with celiac disease. After all, corn protein does not contain gluten and is easily absorbed by the body.
The flour retains the corn's natural sunny yellow color and has a light nutty flavor. You can appreciate its special taste by trying dishes such as malay - a traditional and well known pie from Moldova, mchadi - traditional Georgian flatbreads, nachos - a favorite Mexican snack. It is also often found in traditional pastry and bakery recipes as a "secret ingredient".
Three facts about organic corn flour:
- The product is one of the few types of milled products that does not contain gluten. This explains the low stickiness of the dough made with corn flour. The finished baked goods are crumbly and aromatic.
- Corn flour is rich in vitamins A, E, B1 and B2. It also contains a sufficient content of potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium and iron. Its use helps prevent cardiovascular diseases, normalize bowel function and strengthen the immune system.
- To prevent the organic flour from becoming weathered and to protect it from pests, it should be stored in a dark, cool place in an airtight container.
| Nutritional value | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 330 kcal |
| Proteins | 7,2 g |
| Fats | 1,5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 70,9 g |
| Alimentary fiber | 4,4 g |
| Mono- disaccharides | 1,3 g |
| Water | 14 g |
| Mono- and disaccharides | 0,9 g |
| Starch | 70,6 g |
| Ash | 0,8 g |
| Saturated fatty acids | 0,2 g |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin PP | 1,8 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamine) | 0,35 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0,13 mg |
| Vitamin PP (niacin equivalent) | 3,0 mg |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Sodium | 7,0 mg |
| Potassium | 147 mg |
| Phosphorus | 109 mg |
| Micronutrients | |
| Iron | 2,7 mg |
| Product weight data: | |
| A glass of 250 ml = 210 g (693,0 kcal) | |
| A glass of 200 ml = 170 g (561,7 kcal) | |
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Tablespoon (with top, except liquids) = 25 g (82,5 kcal) |
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Teaspoon (with top, except liquids) = 8 g (26,4 kcal) |
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| Information on product weight: | |
| Cup 250 ml = 210 g (646.8 kcal) | |
| Cup 200 ml = 170 g (523.6 kcal) | |
| Tablespoonful (heaped spoon, except liquid products) = 25 g (77 kcal) | |
| Teaspoonful (heaped spoon except liquid products) = 8 g (24.6 kcal) | |
Chemical composition of a product is characterized by calories, proteins, fats, carbohydrates, dietary fibres and vitamins. For organic products, these parameters significantly depend on natural factors – air temperature and precipitation during vegetational season, dry or rainy season, geographic latitude and longitude of cultivation, botanical grain varieties, and soil type. It is impossible to foresee all the factors, so these values are average and indicative only.
Healthy Recipes with Organic Corn Flour
Organic mchadi
Preparation: Sift the flour into a small container and add a pinch of salt. Boil water, let it cool slightly, then gradually pour into a bowl of flour, stirring constantly with a whisk. Knead the dough and form into round forms about one centimeter thick. Pour oil into a preheated skillet and carefully place them into the skillet. Season with a little salt and brown on both sides. Serve hot with cheese and herbs.
Organic nacho chips
Preparation: Mix flour with water, olive oil and spices. Knead the dough until smooth and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roll the dough out thinly to form a sheet up to 2 mm thick. Then cut it into equal triangles and put the baking sheet into an oven preheated to 180°C for 15 minutes. Serve crispy nachos with your favorite sauces.