Cornflour

SCIENTIFIC NAME :

 Zea Mays

MEDICINAL VALUE :

 Has detoxifying, relaxing and diuretic properties. Reduces formation of kidney stones and is a remedy for cystitis.

NUTRIENT VALUE :

 Good source of Dietary Fiber, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Iron and a very good source of Thiamin.

CULINERY AND OTHER VALUES :

 Used as thickening agent in soups and liquid-based foods, such as sauces, gravies and custards. Can be used in corn bread, famous makki di roti and multi-grain recipes. Major use is in making Mexican Tortilla – Tacos and Nachos.

GLOSSARY :

• English : Cornflour
• Tamil : Chola Maavu / Makka Cholam
• Malayalam : Cholapodi
• Telugu : Mokkajonnalu Pindi
• Kannada : Musukinajolada Hittu
• Hindi : Makai Ka Atta
• Bengali : Bhoottar Maida
• Gujarati : Makai No Lot
• Marathi : Makai Chi Peet
• Oriya : Makka Atta / Makaa Chunaa / Makaa Gunda
• Punjabi : Makai Ka Atta