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Kentucky Blue Corn Meal
Discover the unique, nutty flavor of Kentucky Blue Corn Meal:
- Made from premium, stone-ground blue corn.
- Naturally gluten-free and rich in antioxidants.
- Perfect for cornbread, tortillas, and baked goods.
Bring bold color and flavor to your recipes today!
Kentucky Blue Corn Meal – A Nutritious and Vibrant Kitchen Staple
Kentucky Blue Corn Meal is a premium-quality ingredient made from finely stone-ground blue corn, prized for its rich, nutty flavor and striking color. Packed with antioxidants and nutrients, this naturally gluten-free cornmeal adds a unique twist to your favorite recipes. Whether you’re making vibrant cornbread, traditional blue tortillas, or innovative baked goods, this cornmeal is sure to impress.
Why Choose Kentucky Blue Corn Meal?
- Rich Nutty Flavor: Blue corn’s distinct taste enhances both sweet and savory dishes.
- Vibrant Appearance: Adds an eye-catching deep blue hue to cornbread, muffins, and more.
- Naturally Gluten-Free: A healthy choice for gluten-sensitive diets and nutritious cooking.
- Antioxidant-Rich: High in anthocyanins, offering added health benefits.
- Sustainably Sourced: Stone-ground from premium blue corn, ensuring quality and care for the environment.
Transform Your Recipes with a Unique Ingredient
From hearty, rustic cornbread to visually stunning tortillas and creative desserts, Kentucky Blue Corn Meal provides endless possibilities for adding flavor, nutrition, and color to your meals.
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Bring the vibrant flavor and wholesome benefits of Kentucky Blue Corn Meal to your kitchen. Add it to your pantry today and elevate your cooking!
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Weight | 2 lbs, 10 lbs |
- Rustic Blue Cornbread
Bake a delicious, nutty cornbread with a striking blue hue, perfect as a side for soups, stews, or chili.
- Traditional Blue Corn Tortillas
Craft soft, flavorful tortillas for tacos, enchiladas, or quesadillas using this nutrient-rich blue cornmeal.
- Blue Corn Pancakes
Make fluffy, colorful pancakes with a subtle nutty flavor that’s sure to brighten your breakfast table.
Our Kentucky Blue Corn Meal is crafted from heirloom blue corn, stone-ground on our Diamant mill from Denmark. This traditional milling method gently grinds the entire kernel, preserving the rich flavor, vibrant color, and full nutritional profile of the blue corn. The result is a coarsely textured, nutrient-dense corn meal perfect for cornbread, tortillas, polenta, and rustic baked goods. Its striking blue hue and robust flavor set it apart, making it a favorite for both traditional and creative culinary applications.
Kentucky Blue Corn Meal is designed for chefs, artisan bakers, and home cooks looking for a high-quality, stone-ground product with unique flavor, stunning color, and excellent versatility. Whether preparing rustic cornbreads or gourmet side dishes, this blue corn meal brings a bold taste of tradition and innovation to the table.
Best Uses:
- Traditional blue cornbread with a hearty crumb and rich flavor
- Rustic muffins, pancakes, or quick breads
- Blue corn tortillas or flatbreads
- Polenta, grits, or creamy porridge
- Coating for fried or roasted dishes, adding color, crunch, and flavor
Parameter | Value | Description |
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Ash Content | ~1.2% | Reflects retention of germ and bran, enhancing mineral content and contributing to the deep, earthy flavor characteristic of blue corn. |
Protein Content | ~9% | Moderate protein content provides structure and creates baked goods with a hearty crumb and rich texture. |
Moisture Content | ≤ 13% | Controlled moisture ensures consistent hydration during cooking and baking, while extending shelf life. |
Granulation | Coarse to Medium | Produces a hearty texture for cornbreads and batters, while maintaining enough fineness for smooth doughs and creamy polentas. |
Color | Deep Blue to Purple | Vibrant blue color adds visual appeal, deepening to rich purple when cooked or baked, ideal for striking presentations. |
Hydration | Benefits from 10-15 minutes soaking | Efficiently absorbs liquid, enhancing texture and consistency in batters or doughs. |
Versatility | Wide range of uses | Suitable for cornbread, pancakes, muffins, tortillas, grits, polenta-style dishes, or as a coating for frying or roasting vegetables and proteins. |
Best Hydration Ratios | Cornbread: 1:1 (meal to liquid) | Polenta/grits: 4:1 (liquid to meal); Tortillas: 1:0.5 (meal to water), with additional flour if needed for binding. |
Flavor Profile | Rich, nutty, slightly sweet | Heirloom blue corn offers earthy, toasted notes with subtle smokiness. Develops beautifully during baking, suitable for savory and sweet applications. |
Nutritional Benefits | High in fiber, antioxidants | Retains germ and bran, offering B vitamins, essential minerals, and anthocyanins, which provide anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. |