Definition of 'optimum'. optimum (ÉptÉªmÉm ) or optimal. The optimum or optimal level or state of something is the best level or state that it could achieve. Aim to do some physical activity three times a week for optimum health. ...regions in which optimal conditions for farming can be created.
Use Tapioca Flour. Also know as tapioca starch, it's a great substitute. You'll want to use 2 tablespoons for every 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Use Rice Flour. Rice flour thickens up like regular flour so use the same proportion: 3 tablespoons for every 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.
Yes. Corn starch, Corn flour, cornstarch, cornflour and maize starch are all different names for the same thing, a pure starch obtained from the endosperm of the corn (maize) â¦ kernel.Corn flour is frequently used as a thickener for gravies and in Chinese cooking.t is also the basis of powdered custard. However do not confuse Cornstarch with Maize flour or Cornmeal which are used to make corn tortillas. NOTE: in the United States, very finely ground cornmeal is sometimes also referred to as cornflour-this confuses the issue for Americans.