Description -
Maida is a finely ground and refined wheat flour commonly used in Indian cooking. It is also known as all-purpose flour or white flour. Maida is produced by milling wheat grains and then refining them to remove the bran and germ, resulting in a fine, white flour.

Use:

• Baking : Maida is commonly used for baking various sweets, breads, cakes, cookies, and other Indian baked goods. It gives a soft, fluffy texture to baked goods.
• Cooking : Maida is often used to prepare Indian snacks such as samosas, pakoras, bhajis, and various types of fried foods. It is also used as a thickening agent in sauces, gravies, and soups.
• Roti/Paratha: Although not as commonly used as whole wheat flour (atta) to make roti or paratha, some recipes call for the use of maida to create a softer texture.
• Desserts: Maida is used to prepare various Indian desserts such as gulab jamun, jalebi, and barfi. It gives these desserts a smooth texture.
• Pasta and Noodles: Maida is also used to make pasta and noodles because of its fine texture, which helps create a smooth and even dough.