Corn Starch
Viscosity is stable more than Tapioca starch.
Sweetmeat paste filling or make up sweetmeat
Using to increase viscosity, suitable for Noodles with Sticky Soup, Sauces, Gravy Sauce, Roast Red Pork Gravy Mix.
Marinate the meat to be soft.
Corn Starch
Produce from corn seeds, fine and white texture when touch to feel soft texture. Suitable for cooking food to increase viscosity. After cooking, its color is muddy than tapioca starch but viscosity is stable than tapioca starch. Suitable for cooking noodles with sticky soup, Tao Suan (mung bean porridge with coconut milk), sweetmeats paste filling.
Product information
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Product (TH) |
แป้งข้าวโพด |
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Product (ENG) |
Corn Starch |
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Brand |
Fancy Carp |
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Packing size |
20b x 500g |
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Net weight (kgs.) |
10 |
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FDA number |
11-2-02857-2-0008 |
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Bag dimensions (cm.) |
16.5 x 23 x 3.5 |
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Box dimensions( cm.) |
25 x 37 x 18 |
What Is Corn Starch?
Corn starch is a fine white starch separated from corn kernels. It is commonly used to thicken food and adjust texture in cooking, baking and desserts.
What Can You Make?
Use it in sauces, gravies, soups, stir-fries, custards, puddings, pie fillings, fried coatings, cookies, cakes and pastries.
How Does It Thicken?
When heated with liquid, the starch granules absorb moisture and swell, creating a thicker and smoother texture.
How to Make a Slurry
Mix the corn starch with a cold liquid until smooth. Stir the slurry again, then pour it gradually into the hot dish while stirring.
Why Does It Clump?
Corn starch can clump when added directly to hot liquid. Always disperse it in cold water, stock or milk before heating.
How Long Should It Cook?
Heat the mixture until it reaches a full boil and thickens, stirring continuously. Avoid prolonged boiling because the sauce may become thinner.
Is It Good for Sauces?
Yes. Corn starch adds body to sauces, gravies, soups and stir-fry glazes without adding a strong flavor.
Can It Thicken Custard?
Yes. Corn starch helps custards, puddings and pastry fillings develop a smooth, firm texture when cooked properly.
Can It Make Fried Milk?
Yes. It thickens the milk mixture so it can set, chill and be cut before coating and frying. Follow a tested recipe for the best result.
Does It Make Food Crisp?
Yes. Corn starch can be used in coatings and batters to create a light, dry and crisp surface when fried.
Can It Be Used in Baking?
Yes. Blending corn starch with wheat flour can give cookies, cakes and pastries a softer or more tender texture.
Corn Starch vs Corn Flour
In the US, corn starch means purified corn starch, while corn flour is finely milled whole corn. In the UK and some other markets, corn flour often refers to corn starch.
Corn Starch vs Tapioca Starch
Corn starch usually creates a smooth sauce with more body and opacity. Tapioca starch generally produces a clearer, glossier and more elastic texture.
Can It Be Used for Velveting?
Yes. A light corn starch coating helps meat retain moisture and gives stir-fried dishes a smooth surface. Use it with seasoning according to the recipe.
Why Does Sauce Turn Thin?
Excessive heat, prolonged cooking, strong acidity, vigorous stirring or freezing can weaken a corn starch-thickened mixture.
Can It Be Frozen?
Corn starch-thickened sauces and fillings may separate or become thinner after freezing and thawing. Test the recipe before making large batches.
How Should It Be Stored?
Keep the package tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Protect the starch from moisture, strong odors and wet utensils.
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