Native Starches: Natural Solutions For Culinary Excellence
We believe in the inherent power of these natural polymers, offering clean-label solutions with diverse functionalities across various industries. This page will delve into the different types of native starches we offer, their unique characteristics, versatile applications, and the Amil Foods commitment to quality.
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Native Maize (Corn) Starch
Extracted from corn kernels, this versatile starch offers moderate viscosity and good film-forming abilities. It thickens effectively when heated, forming an opaque gel upon cooling. Widely used in sauces, gravies, baked goods, and as a base for various industrial adhesives due to its reliable and cost-effective properties.
Common Uses:
- Food Industry: Thickening agent in sauces, gravies, soups, and puddings. Binding agent in processed meats and baked goods. Ingredient in corn syrups and maltodextrins. Dusting agent to prevent sticking.
- Paper Industry: Adhesive in paper production.
- Textile Industry: Sizing agent for yarns.
- Adhesives: Base for various natural adhesives.
Native Tapioca Starch
Derived from the roots of the cassava plant, tapioca starch is known for its neutral taste and excellent clarity when cooked. It presents as a fine, white powder.
Common Uses:
- Food Industry: Thickener in fruit fillings, sauces, and desserts where clarity is desired. Stabilizer in emulsions. Ingredient in gluten-free baking for improved texture. Thickener in bubble tea pearls.
- Textile Industry: Finishing agent for fabrics.
- Adhesives: Component in certain types of glues.
Native Rice Starch
Obtained from rice grains, native rice starch has the smallest granule size among common native starches. It presents as a fine, white powder with a soft texture.
Common Uses:
- Food Industry: Thickener in dairy-free desserts, baby food, and sauces where a smooth texture is desired. Fat replacer in low-fat formulations. Ingredient in gluten-free baking for a tender crumb.
- Cosmetics: Absorbent in powders and dry shampoos.
Native Potato Starch
Extracted from potatoes, this starch boasts the largest granule size among common native starches. It appears as a fine, white powder.
Common Uses:
- Food Industry: Thickener in instant soups, sauces, and gravies. Binding agent in potato-based products. Ingredient in gluten-free baking for a light and airy texture. Thickener in fruit preparations.
- Adhesives: Component in specialized adhesives.
- Textile Industry: Sizing agent.
Native Wheat Starch
Extracted from wheat grains, this starch is a byproduct of the wheat gluten extraction process. It appears as a fine, white powder.
Common Uses:
- Food Industry: Thickener in sauces and soups. Binding agent in processed foods. Ingredient in baked goods (in non-gluten-free applications).
- Paper Industry: Adhesive.