What Can I Cook With Cornmeal?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with cornmeal
Got cornmeal in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Cornmeal
1Cornbread
2Polenta
3Corn Muffins
4Hush Puppies
5Cornmeal Pancakes
6Grits
7Johnny Cakes
8Cornmeal Pizza Crust
9Makki Ki Roti
10Cornmeal Crusted Fish
11Spoonbread
12Tamales
13Cornmeal Cookies
14Corn Dog Batter
15Cornmeal Waffles
16Cornmeal Porridge
17Arepa
18Cornmeal Fried Okra
19Corn Pone
20Polenta Fries
What Can I Cook With Cornmeal And...
🍞With Bread / Roti:
- →Cornbread
- →Makki Ki Roti
- →Corn Muffins
- →Arepa
Common Mistakes When Cooking Cornmeal
- ✕Don't confuse cornmeal, cornstarch, and corn flour - they're all different
- ✕Stir polenta constantly to avoid lumps - use a whisk not a spoon
- ✕Don't use fine cornmeal for cornbread - medium or coarse gives better texture
- ✕Mix cornmeal with cold liquid before adding to hot - prevents clumping
- ✕Cornmeal goes rancid faster than wheat flour - store in fridge or freezer
How to Store Cornmeal
Cornmeal lasts 6-12 months in pantry. Up to 2 years in freezer.
Learn more about cornmeal storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I make with cornmeal?
Cornbread, polenta, hush puppies, corn muffins, makki ki roti, tamales, or cornmeal crusted fish.
What's the difference between cornmeal and polenta?
Polenta is a dish made from cornmeal. Italian polenta typically uses coarser cornmeal than American cornbread.
What is the fastest dish to make with cornmeal?
Cornmeal pancakes take 15 minutes. Quick polenta takes 5-10 minutes with fine cornmeal.
Can cornmeal be frozen?
Yes, cornmeal freezes well for up to 2 years. It extends shelf life significantly.
What flavors go well with cornmeal?
Butter, honey, cheese, jalapeño, bacon, maple syrup, and buttermilk all complement cornmeal dishes.