Nutritional properties White Corn

White corn and its nutrients

White corn is naturally gluten-free. Moreover, its lack of nickel makes it suitable also for those who are allergic to this element. It is low in sodium but rich in minerals, such as: magnesium, calcium and phosphorus, potassium and vitamin A and vitamins of the group B (vitamin B1, B2, B3). This cereal is also rich in iron, a not-so-common feature of cereals. In addition, white corn is also rich in fibre, far more than yellow corn.

White corn as food

Iron makes this cereal an excellent food for children during growth and for women. White corn pasta also helps to maintain a low-food diet, since it quickly causes a feeling of satiety.

How many calories has white corn flour? 

100g of products have 361 kcal, of which 85.8% are carbohydrates. It is a good food that provides energy without causing the typical feeling of sleepiness after a meal, for it is highly digestible and easily assimilable.

White corn pasta, what is its taste?

The delicate flavour of white corn makes it possible to use your favourite seasoning with pasta. White corn pasta is also appreciated by children. Furthermore, it is easily digestible, and it is hence possible to eat it at dinner too.

Are you looking for culinary advices? Here you can find all Nutracentis recipes.

White corn, the alternative to durum wheat

Thanks to the quantity of starch and fibre, white corn pasta does not cause intestinal fermentation, and so it does not swell. It is digested quickly and it is therefore suitable for people suffering from coeliac disease or for those who want to limit the intake of traditional wheat pasta.

Shapes

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How to pair CONCHIGLIE

With white corn conchiglie you can prepare the best vegan recipes or cook more traditional dishes. This shape of pasta is conceived to hold the sauce. Its taste is delicate and it is the perfect basis for every ingredient: white corn matches delicate flavours and is an excellent support for stronger ones. With white corn conchiglie you can really prepare all the first courses you want.

With white corn conchiglie you can prepare the best vegan recipes or cook more traditional dishes. This shape of pasta is conceived to hold the sauce. Its taste is delicate and it is the perfect basis for every ingredient: white corn matches delicate flavours and is an excellent support for stronger ones. With white corn conchiglie you can really prepare all the first courses you want.

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How to pair MACCHERONCINI

Maccheroncini pair well with classic tomato sauces, the best condiment to savour them. Nutracentis white corn pasta is prepared according to the ancient secrets of traditional pasta-makers. It has the right porosity and has a perfect “al dente” texture. Its perfect condiment is therefore the most iconic of Mediterranean recipes: the tomato sauce.

Maccheroncini pair well with classic tomato sauces, the best condiment to savour them. Nutracentis white corn pasta is prepared according to the ancient secrets of traditional pasta-makers. It has the right porosity and has a perfect “al dente” texture. Its perfect condiment is therefore the most iconic of Mediterranean recipes: the tomato sauce.

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How to pair FUSILLI

White corn fusilli have a delicate taste that succeed in intensifying every ingredient. When it comes to cooking, the best thing to do is to be inspired by their shape. Fusilli are perfect when flavoured with creamy, flavourful sauces, like cheese sauces, but also more delicate ones, such as vegetable sauces. What it matters, is that pasta must be completely plunged in the sauce.

White corn fusilli have a delicate taste that succeed in intensifying every ingredient. When it comes to cooking, the best thing to do is to be inspired by their shape. Fusilli are perfect when flavoured with creamy, flavourful sauces, like cheese sauces, but also more delicate ones, such as vegetable sauces. What it matters, is that pasta must be completely plunged in the sauce.

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How to pair STELLINE

White corn stelline are perfect to prepare babies’ first solid food for their weaning. By adding them to vegetable soups or vegetable purée, it is possible to obtain a healthy and nourishing first course, a dish suitable for the entire family. White corn stelline are also perfect in broth, as a comfort during cool evenings.

Cooking tips

Cooking Nutracentis requires the classic steps to prepare wheat pasta:

  • Boil water, adding a litre per 100g of pasta. A spoon of oil could be added to water.
  • Once water begins to boil add salt, 10g per 100g of pasta.
  • As water starts to boil again, pour the pasta and let it cook for 13-15 minutes.