Kitchen hacks: 7 healthy alternatives for cornflour

It’s the season of soups and stews, and it might happen that while preparing soup late at night at home, you realise that there is no cornflour in the pantry, and ordering it online is also not an option.

Fret not, we have got your back, and here are some healthier and readily available alternatives that you can try.

It is a healthier substitute for cornstarch, as it contains protein and fibre and helps thicken soups and stews. Experts recommend using twice as much wheat flour as cornflour for the best results.(Image: istock)

It’s another starch flour made with the roots of the Maranta genus of plant. It is rich in fibre and makes for another healthier substitute for cornstarch. It is a gluten-free substitute, too.

It’s a gluten-free substitute made by crushing potatoes and then drying them into a powder. It is suggested to substitute potato starch for cornflour in a 1:1 ratio.

It is a processed starch extracted from cassava, a root vegetable, and makes for a healthier substitute. It is suggested that 2 tablespoons of tapioca flour be substituted for each tablespoon of cornflour. (Image: istock)

They are a great source of soluble fibre and make for a healthier substitute. For soups, it is suggested to mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 4 tablespoons of water for better results. (Image: istock)

It is made from finely ground rice and can be used as a thickening agent. It is suggested to use twice the amount of rice flour to get the best results.

It is made from a legume called guar beans and is low in calories and high in soluble fibre, making it a healthier thickener. As per experts, one-quarter of a teaspoon is good enough for a serving of 2 cups of soup.