Corn Starch

Corn Starch is a pure, natural, vegan-friendly thickening agent widely used in cooking and baking for creating smooth, lump-free sauces, gravies, soups, desserts, and coatings. This fine white powder blends instantly with liquids, delivering a silky texture and professional-quality results in both sweet and savoury recipes. A kitchen essential for everyday and advanced cooking.

Key Features

1. 100% Natural & Vegan Thickening Powder

2. Creates Smooth, Lump-Free Sauces & Gravies

3. Perfect for Baking, Frying, Desserts & Custards

4. Neutral Taste – Does Not Affect Flavour

5. Finely Milled & Easy to Use

Uses

1. Thickening sauces and gravies

2. Baking (cakes, biscuits, pastries)

3. Custards, puddings & desserts

4. Frying & coating foods

5. Soups & stews

📋 Product Details

• Weight: 200g, 400g (2 × 200g)

• Grade: 100% Natural / Vegan

• Form: Fine White Powder

📈 Other Names

• Cornflour (UK)

• Maize Starch

• Pure Corn Thickener

• Natural Starch Powder

• Cooking Thickening Agent

Keyword-rich alternatives: natural corn starch UK, vegan cornflour thickener, pure maize starch powder, gluten-free thickening agent, kitchen essential starch UK.

Step-by-Step Instructions for 5 Main Uses

1. Thickening Sauces

1. Mix 1 tablespoon (10g) corn starch with 2 tablespoons (30ml) cold water.

2. Stir until smooth (slurry).

3. Add gradually to hot sauce.

4. Stir continuously until thickened.

5. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.

2. Gravy Thickening

1. Add 1 tablespoon (10g) to 250ml stock.

2. Mix with cold water to make slurry.

3. Pour into hot stock.

4. Stir until thick and glossy.

5. Serve immediately.

3. Crispy Coating for Frying

1. Pat food dry.

2. Dust lightly with 1–2 teaspoons (5–10g) corn starch.

3. Shake off excess.

4. Fry until golden.

5. Enjoy extra crisp texture.

4. Baking Light & Fluffy Cakes

1. Replace 2 tablespoons (15g) flour with corn starch.

2. Mix with dry ingredients.

3. Bake as usual.

4. Improves softness and crumb.

5. Ideal for sponge cakes.

5. Homemade Pudding

1. Add 2 tablespoons (15g) corn starch to bowl.

2. Mix with 50ml cold milk.

3. Add slurry to 250ml warm milk.

4. Stir continuously until thick.

5. Sweeten and flavour as desired.

❓ 10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is this corn starch vegan?

Yes, it is 100% vegan and natural.

2. Is corn starch the same as cornflour?

Yes, in the UK both terms refer to the same product.

3. Can people with gluten intolerance use it?

Yes, corn starch is naturally gluten-free.

4. Does it affect the taste of food?

No, it is neutral-flavoured.

5. How do I avoid lumps?

Always mix with cold water before adding to hot liquids.

6. Can I use it in desserts?

Yes, perfect for puddings, custards, and creams.

7. Is it good for frying?

Yes, it creates a crisp coating.

8. Does it work in gravies?

Yes, it is one of the best gravy thickeners.

9. How should I store it?

Keep sealed in a cool, dry place.

10. Can it replace flour?

For thickening, yes—use less than flour.