Never seen purple corn? It is true, in the Netherlands this superfood is mainly for sale in powder form.
The health benefits The purple color of purple corn is caused by the same substance that gives blueberries their color. Purple corn is therefore rich in flavonoids and antioxidants. Purple corn even contains more antioxidants than blueberries.
Read also:How do antioxidants work?
What do you use purple corn (powder) for?
You can use the powder in smoothies and juice or in dessert dishes.
Chicha Morada
In South America, purple corn is used in many dishes. A local drink in Peru is chicha morada, based on purple corn, pineapple peel, cinnamon, cloves and sugar. The video below explains the chicha morada recipe.
Availability
Purple corn is available in powder form at various stores and web shops that sell superfoods. If you want to buy dried purple corn, it becomes a quest.
