Corn Grits
What is Corn Grits?
Corn grits are a food product made from dried corn kernels that have been ground into coarse pieces. They are a type of cornmeal, differing mainly in the coarseness of the grind. Grits are a staple food, particularly in the Southern United States.
Is Corn Grits vegan?
Corn Grits is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Corn Grits gluten-free?
Corn grits do not contain gluten.
Is Corn Grits a major allergen?
Corn is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Corn Grits used for?
Corn grits are often cooked with water or milk to create a porridge-like dish, commonly served for breakfast.
Is Corn Grits safe?
Corn grits are considered a grain product and are a source of carbohydrates.
Why it's used
Corn grits are often cooked with water or milk to create a porridge-like dish, commonly served for breakfast. They can also be used as a base for savory dishes or incorporated into baked goods. Manufacturers may use them to add texture and body to food products.
Health notes
Corn grits are considered a grain product and are a source of carbohydrates. They are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated corn grits, and EFSA has also assessed related corn-derived ingredients. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical consumption.
Allergen info
Corn is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. Corn grits do not contain gluten.
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