BROKEN MAIZE (MAKKA TUKDI) CORN GRITS

Key Characteristics & Specifications Composition: Primarily broken yellow maize endosperm, often without the husk or germ. Appearance: Light yellow, coarsely crushed kernels. Nutritional Value: High carbohydrate and energy content, usually with >8% protein, Quality Indicators: Screened for dust and foreign materials (usually 1-2% max), with low fungal levels ( Shelf Life: Generally 1 year when stored properly in dry CONDITION. Extrusion Processing: It is the primary ingredient for extruded snacks like corn puffs, cheese balls, and corn rings. Manufacturers like Shreeji Ingredients use specific mesh sizes to control the light, airy texture and crunch of the final product. Textural Foundation: Coarser grinds (3mm-4mm) provide a robust, substantial crunch, while finer grinds (1mm-2mm) result in smoother, more delicate snack surfaces. Base for Traditional Snacks: It is an essential component for regional items like Ponga (Pola) in India and traditional corn-based vadas or pakodas, where it can be incorporated at levels up to 20% to enhance mouthfeel. Gluten-Free Alternative: Its naturally gluten-free profile makes it a preferred base for health-conscious snack lines, catering to consumers with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. Technical Benefits Puffing Capability: The high starch content allows the material to gelatinise and expand rapidly under heat and pressure, which is critical for producing perfectly puffed snacks. Flavour Carrier: Its mild, neutral taste acts as a "blank canvas," easily absorbing savory seasonings, spices, or cheese coatings. Visual Appeal: The natural light-to-golden yellow hue contributes to the attractive appearance of the final snack. Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to whole kernels or alternative grains, broken maize is often more economical for large-scale industrial snack manufacturing. Secondary Applications Breading and Coating: Coarsely broken maize can be used as a crunchy coating for items like chicken nuggets or vegetable bites. Snack Bars and Chips: It provides texture in cereal bars and serves as a major ingredient in the dough for corn and tortilla Chips About the Company GST Registration Date: May 2020 Legal Status of Firm: Proprietorship Number of Employees: 11 To 25 People Annual Turnover: 5 - 25 Cr company-description: We, "MS Food Processing Industries" are Manufacturer of Cattle Feed And Poultry Feed in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh since 2023.