Although its history is quite brief, purple corn's story takes us back to the time of the Inca Empire; that is, about 3000 or 2500 years before Christ, in the highlands of central Peru.
Later, it spread over the years to the Peruvian coast and subsequently reached the high-altitude regions of the Andean areas; where each individual gave it their own use.
What can we use it for
Besides its color, this type of corn is also highly valued for its properties and flavor. It's mostly used to make dye, giving dishes a unique purple hue, which is important if you want children to consume foods they dislike, especially for salads and toasts.
On the other hand, zea mays can also be ground and used to prepare tortillas, or if you prefer beverages, blended to make a nutritious and delicious juice.
This is because consuming this corn helps us prevent various diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and diabetes.
And surprisingly, after numerous studies on this maize, it has been recorded that it has the power to prevent deadly diseases, as well as to strengthen the human body's defenses due to its vitamins.
In conclusion, thanks to all this, zea mays has become a functional, fresh food widely used in Peruvian country, which can be used for various purposes and enjoyed in different ways.
