 |  | Some Uses of Maize Meal (Home Economics Advisory Leaflet, 1978, 10 p.) | ||
 |  | MAIZE MEAL | ||
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In every part of Kenya maize or maize meal almost makes up a large portion of the diet. It is the staple food for the Kenya communities.
Maize meal is obtained from grinding maize grain. It is a source of energy and if not highly refined can "serve as a source of vitamin B, E, and mineral Iron.
Structure of Maize
Seed Coat - Removed in process of milling.
Bran Layers - Contain considerable amounts of minerals.
Endosperm - Contain mostly starch, with some protein.
Germ - Rich in B vitamins, also contains some vitamin E and mineral iron.
During milling the seed coat and Bran layers are removed sometimes even the germ, therefore the remaining will only provide starch to the body.
Therefore the best maize meal is the one ground at home not machine milled.
Maize meal can be used in various ways.
It is used in preparation of porridge, Ugali and cakes.
When prepared it should be served with other foods like meat and vegetable to provide the other nutrients.
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