Side-by-Side Comparison
Staple Grains & Cereals
Cornmeal (Polenta / Maize) vs. Couscous (Durum Semolina)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Cornmeal (Polenta / Maize)
Couscous (Durum Semolina)
Cornmeal is coarsely ground dried field corn (Zea mays). Per 100g raw, it provides 362 kcal, 76.9g carbohydrates (7.3g fiber), 8.12g protein, and 3.59g fat with a medium glycemic index of 68.
Couscous consists of small steamed granules of rolled durum wheat semolina. Per 100g dry, it provides 376 kcal, 77.4g carbohydrates (5.0g fiber), 12.8g protein, and 0.64g fat with a medium glycemic index of 65.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
362 kcal | 376 kcal |
|
Carbohydrates
|
76.9 g | 77.4 g |
|
Dietary Fiber
|
7.3 g | 5.0 g |
|
Net Carbohydrates
|
69.6 g | 72.4 g |
|
Protein
|
8.12 g | 12.8 g |
|
Total Fat
|
3.59 g | 0.64 g |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
68 (Medium) | 65 (Medium) |
|
Water Content
|
10.9 g | 8.6 g |
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Gluten Status
|
Naturally Gluten-Free | Contains Gluten |
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Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
|
4.0 : 1.0 (Liquid to Polenta) | 1.0 : 1.0 (Boiling water to couscous) |
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