{"product_id":"organic-corn-semolina-500g","title":"Organic Corn Semolina 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eCorn semolina — also called maize meal or coarse polenta — is coarsely ground dried maize with a distinctive golden colour and a mild, sweet, earthy corn flavour. These certified organic corn semolina from \u003cstrong\u003eJust Natural Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e are the ingredient behind Italian polenta, Romanian mămăligă, and American grits — naturally gluten-free and endlessly versatile as a warm, comforting side dish or as a firm polenta cake when cooled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides \u003cstrong\u003ecarotenoids\u003c\/strong\u003e (particularly lutein and zeaxanthin — important for eye health), \u003cstrong\u003emanganese\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ephosphorus\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e, and B vitamins. Naturally gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e by the Soil Association. Plastic-free, home-compostable packaging. Available in 500g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake polenta (1:4 ratio with water or stock, stir 20–30 minutes). Serve as soft polenta with mushrooms, ragu, or cheese. Pour into a tray, cool until firm, slice, and grill or fry for polenta chips. Use in cornbread, muffins, and gluten-free baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe idea — Creamy Parmesan Polenta:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring 1 litre vegetable stock to a boil. Pour in 250g corn semolina in a steady stream, whisking constantly. Reduce to the lowest heat, stir frequently for 25–30 minutes until thick and creamy. Stir in 50g butter and 80g grated Parmesan. Season generously. Serve as a base for mushroom ragu, braised beef, or roasted vegetables. The definitive Italian comfort food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutritional Values per 100g (dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1481 kJ \/ 354 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Saturates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOf Which Sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.7g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Corn Semolina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs corn semolina the same as polenta?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — coarse corn semolina and coarse polenta are the same product. \"Polenta\" refers both to the raw ingredient and the finished dish. Fine corn semolina cooks faster and produces smoother results; coarse takes longer but has more texture and flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs corn semolina gluten-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — maize contains no gluten. An excellent gluten-free alternative to wheat-based grains for those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan firm polenta be grilled or fried?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — this is the classic Italian way to use leftover polenta. Pour cooked polenta into a tray, allow to cool and set for 1 hour in the fridge. Cut into slices and grill, fry, or bake until golden and crispy on the outside while remaining soft inside. Excellent as a base for toppings or as a side dish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Just Natural Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49215428395260,"sku":"JNO3700","price":2.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/4683\/9207\/files\/JN35_large_9ab50ee4-d72b-4204-a042-cc6c847dea38.jpg?v=1781961202","url":"https:\/\/econaturalproducts.co.uk\/products\/organic-corn-semolina-500g","provider":"Eco Natural Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}