Maida pindi, also known as refined flour or all-purpose flour in India, is a finely milled white flour derived from the endosperm of wheat, with the bran and germ removed, and is commonly used in baking, frying, and making various Indian dishes.

Here's a more detailed description:

What it is:

Origin: Maida is made from the starchy white part of the wheat grain (endosperm).

Milling Process: The bran (outer layer of the wheat kernel) and germ are separated, leaving only the endosperm, which is then finely milled and often bleached.

Bleaching: Maida can be bleached either naturally through atmospheric oxidation or with chemical bleaching agents.

Texture: It has a smooth, fine texture, similar to cake flour.

Uses: It's used in a wide variety of Indian dishes, including:

Baked Goods: Cakes, pastries, bread, etc.

Flatbreads: Naan, tandoori roti, bhaturas