Cornflour Out Of Stock? Try These 6 Substitutes 

By Deepali Verma

November 10, 2024

Running out of cornflour can be frustrating, but there are many alternatives you can use in its place. Here are six easy substitutes that will work in various recipes. 

All-Purpose Flour

Use all-purpose flour as a thickener in gravies and soups. Double the amount to match cornflour’s thickening power. 

Arrowroot Powder

Arrowroot is a gluten-free substitute, perfect for thickening sauces without making them cloudy. 

Potato Starch

Potato starch offers a similar thickening effect and works well in both sweet and savoury dishes. 

Rice Flour 

Rice flour is a good substitute in frying batters or as a thickening agent in Asian recipes. 

Tapioca Flour

Tapioca flour is another gluten-free option, great for pies, puddings, and sauces. 

Ground Flaxseeds

For health-conscious recipes, ground flaxseeds can thicken sauces and gravies while adding fibre.