Corn Meal
What is Corn Meal?
Corn meal is a coarse flour made from dried corn (maize) kernels. The kernels are ground into a powder, which can vary in texture from fine to coarse. It is a staple food ingredient derived directly from the corn plant.
Is Corn Meal vegan?
Corn Meal is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Corn Meal gluten-free?
It is naturally gluten-free.
Is Corn Meal a major allergen?
Corn is not considered one of the 9 major food allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Corn Meal used for?
Manufacturers use corn meal as a primary ingredient to provide bulk, texture, and a characteristic flavor to various food products.
Is Corn Meal safe?
Corn meal is a common food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use corn meal as a primary ingredient to provide bulk, texture, and a characteristic flavor to various food products. It is commonly found in cereals, snack foods, baked goods like cornbread, and as a coating for fried items.
Health notes
Corn meal is a common food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of carbohydrates and fiber. There are no known adverse health effects at typical intake levels for the general population. As a basic food ingredient, it is not typically evaluated by bodies like JECFA or EFSA as a food additive.
Allergen info
Corn is not considered one of the 9 major food allergens identified by the FDA. It is naturally gluten-free.
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