
Product Insights
Cornflour, sold by Sainsbury’s in 500 g boxes, is a plant‑based cereal ingredient belonging to the Cereals and potatoes group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 2, indicating a minimally processed staple with low fat (0.6 g), low saturated fat (0.1 g), low sugars (0.5 g) and low salt (0.18 g per 100 g). However, it provides modest protein (0.5 g) and fiber (0.5 g), is high in starch (≈88 g) and carbohydrates, and contains sulphites, which may trigger allergies.
Nutrient Levels
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Nutritional Values
Values per 100 g
Comparative Analysis
Compared with typical cereal flours, this cornflour contains far less sugar (0.5 g vs 9 g), fat (0.6 g vs 6.94 g) and salt (0.18 g vs 2.96 g per 100 g, while delivering a similar energy level (359 kcal vs 353 kcal).
Ingredients
Cornflour (contains Sulphites)
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Frequently Asked Questions
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