Ingredient

White Hominy Prepared With Water

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Hominy is often used in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, adding a chewy texture and …

What is White Hominy Prepared With Water?

White hominy is a type of corn that has been dried, treated with an alkali solution (like limewater), and then hulled and degermed. This process, called nixtamalization, makes the corn more digestible and improves its nutritional value. It is then typically canned with water.

Is White Hominy Prepared With Water vegan?

White Hominy Prepared With Water is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is White Hominy Prepared With Water gluten-free?

It is also gluten-free.

Is White Hominy Prepared With Water a major allergen?

Hominy is derived from corn, which is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is White Hominy Prepared With Water used for?

Hominy is often used in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, adding a chewy texture and mild corn flavor.

Is White Hominy Prepared With Water safe?

Hominy is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Hominy is often used in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, adding a chewy texture and mild corn flavor. It is commonly found in canned vegetables, chili, stews, and as a side dish.

Health notes

Hominy is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Nixtamalization increases the availability of niacin and other nutrients. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated corn and its derivatives, and they are widely consumed without significant health concerns at typical dietary levels. No major health controversies are associated with its consumption.

Allergen info

Hominy is derived from corn, which is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It is also gluten-free.

Foods that contain White Hominy Prepared With Water

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La Preferida, Maiz La Preferida Inc La Preferida, Maiz Canned Vegetables 62kcal 2.3Protein 0.8Fat 12.3Carbs Mexican Style Hominy La Preferida Inc Mexican Style Hominy Chili & Stew 48kcal 1.6Protein 0Fat 8.1Carbs Mexican Style Gluten Free Hominy, Mexican Style La Preferida Inc Mexican Style Gluten Free Hominy, Mexican Style Canned Vegetables 69kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 13.8Carbs White Hominy, White Ahold USA, Inc. White Hominy, White Canned Vegetables 62kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 13.1Carbs White Hominy, White Unified Grocers, Inc. White Hominy, White Canned Vegetables 62kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 13.1Carbs The Moran Group Incorporated Mexican Style Hominy Canned Vegetables 48kcal 1.6Protein 0Fat 8.1Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Mexican Style Hominy, Mexican Style Canned Vegetables 69kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 14.6Carbs Northgate Gonzalez, Inc. White Hominy, White Canned Vegetables 62kcal 2.3Protein 0.8Fat 12.3Carbs Mercado Latino, Inc. White Hominy Canned Vegetables 62kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 12.3Carbs Mercado Latino, Inc. White Hominy Canned Vegetables 54kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 11.5Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Mexican Style Hominy, Mexican Style Canned Vegetables 69kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 13.8Carbs Unified Grocers, Inc. White Hominy, White Canned Vegetables 54kcal 1.5Protein 0.8Fat 11.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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