Corn syrup is a liquid that sweetens sugar, thickens and softens the filling/shell of confectionery. Below is a detailed comparison table between Korean and homemade corn syrup and identifying the similarities and differences between these two types of corn syrup. We invite you to follow along:
1. Detailed comparison table of Korean corn syrup and homemade corn syrup
Depending on the type of raw corn and how the maker preserves the finished product.
Effort
Just buy and use ready to use
It takes a lot of effort to make before having a finished product to use
Price
More expensive
Cheaper
2. Comment on the similarities and differences between Korean corn syrup and homemade corn syrup
2.1. Similarities of two types of corn honey
Chief Korean corn syrup and Homemade corn syrup All have natural corn starch as their main ingredient, ensuring safety for users.
All come in liquid form and can replace sugar in dishes or candies.
Both types of corn molasses have the same effect of creating a viscosity for food and are often used to make marshmallows and caramel. The product is also used in baking and cooking, especially as moon cake filling.
In addition, the combination of corn syrup, cream of tartar, sugar and water can create glass-shaped sugar blocks to decorate candies beautifully.
In general, whether it is homemade corn syrup or not, both types are called corn sugar or corn syrup. They will help prevent sugar crystallization, replace sugar to create sweetness, soften texture, retain moisture and create viscosity for dishes, often used in confectionery or moon cake production. .
2.2. The difference between Korean corn syrup and homemade corn syrup
Here are the basic differences between Korean corn syrup and homemade corn syrup that you need to understand:
Origin
Types Korean corn syrup On the Vietnamese market today, most of them are imported and originate from Korea. As for homemade corn syrup, it is handmade from the main ingredient corn or corn starch. Therefore, making homemade corn molasses will take more effort and time, while Korean corn molasses is imported and sold on the market, so it is very convenient to just buy it and use it.
Korean corn syrup with label
About color
Korean corn syrup Produced according to a separate production line and formula, mainly from tartar powder, the finished product will be clear white or milky white. Meanwhile, homemade corn molasses is made by the user himself without using machines with 100% natural ingredients, so it will produce an ivory-yellow finished product.
Homemade corn syrup has an ivory yellow color
About sweetness
Because you make it yourself and use natural ingredients, when you make your own corn molasses, you will notice the sweetness of the corn more clearly. As for Korean corn molasses, because tartar powder is used in production, only the sweetness of sugar can be clearly felt.
About price
Korean corn molasses costs about 45,000 VND to 420,000 VND, depending on different weights such as 700g, 1kg, 2kg, 5kg, 10kg. Depending on the main ingredient made from natural corn or tartar powder, the price of each type will have a certain difference. Buying Korean bottled corn molasses is quick and convenient, and the price is reasonable and not too expensive.
Although making homemade corn syrup is much cheaper than buying ready-made corn syrup, it will take more effort and time. In return, homemade corn molasses will be safer because the user makes it themselves, so they will feel more comfortable when using it and not worry about toxic substances.
Making your own corn syrup at home is also very simple. If you want to refer to it, you can follow the detailed instructions here: How to make simple corn syrup in just 4 steps
Korean corn molasses costs about 45,000 VND to 420,000 VND depending on weight and brand.
Note: Corn molasses It is one of the indispensable and very convenient baking ingredients. However, you should only use corn molasses in moderate doses because if you overuse corn molasses, especially the type prepared from tartar powder, it will not be good for your health.
According to nutrition experts, corn molasses is often found in candies, helping to trick the mouth into feeling more delicious and able to eat more. However, we should not use too much corn bile because when used too much, the body will not stimulate the production of insulin or leptin – these are hormones that help us feel full. When this hormone does not work, we will eat a lot but still not feel full, which can easily lead to obesity or digestive disorders.
Therefore, you should only use a sufficient amount of corn bile, following the recommended dosage from the manufacturer if printed on the packaging, to ensure the health of yourself and everyone else.Websosanh.vn wishes you to find a corn honey product that suits your needs.
