My freezer always has a pack of frozen corn. The reason being sweet corns is my kids’ favorite. There are so many sweet corn recipes that can be prepared for their munching etc. Sweet corn recipes is a variety of maize that is tender and delish. And therefore it is used in a number of cuisines around the world.
Corn comes in different forms. On the cob, as a seed! And therefore it is considered as a vegetable in some context and a cereal grain in others. In the market, you can find fresh corn, frozen corn or canned corn. Other than this corn flour, dried corn kernels are also available in the stores. It is used in many ways.
It is used as fuel as animal feed and of course in different food items. Corn can be eaten whole as sweet corn or popcorn or can be processed to make chips, tortillas, flour, oil, etc. These items are further used in different recipes and dishes.
One cup (164 grams) of sweet yellow corn contains:
Corn is high on carbs and is a good source of vitamins and minerals. Corn is rich in fiber. Not to miss it is gluten-free. People with gluten intolerance can consume corn. Corn is a good source of fiber. However, through processing the fiber gets lost. Therefore for best results corn should be consumed as a whole in the form of sweet corn, popcorn, etc. Refined corn oil, corn chips are not the best ways to add corn to your diet.
If you are diabetic, corn is not the right thing for you. Corn is high in starch and can, therefore, push up the blood sugar levels. Other than these, people who are watching their weight should avoid sweet corn as comparatively it has more calories and can hinder the weight loss program.
Here are recipes using sweet corn which you will love
1.Sweet Corn Soup
Clear soup with juicy sweet corn and crunchy vegetables with a hint of ginger and garlic, having a peppery clue; is sweet corn soup. This is the kind of corn soup served at the restaurants.
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Rice preparation with the sweetness of corn and sharpness of caramelized onions is corn pulao. It is an easy rice recipe that does not call for many ingredients and is liked by all for its distinct taste.
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Crisp toast topped with a luscious, creamy, smooth and cheesy sauce which has the sweetness and bite of sweet corns, crunch of onions, a hint of garlic and tinge of chili flakes, oregano, and Italian seasoning is the very delectable cheese corn toast.
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Tempting cutlet with the juicy bite of sweet corn, the crunch of onions, capsicum and carrots, tanginess of chaat masala and a hint of black pepper is corn cutlet.
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Juicy sweet corns kernels cooked in silky, smooth and flavorsome spinach gravy makes delectable main course gravy called corn palak.
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Sandwich with a delectable stuffing of spinach and sweet corn kernels combined together with some white sauce is spinach corn sandwich.
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Cheese Corn Sandwich is a sandwich that has the creaminess of cheese and bite of corn, the savory flavor of cheese and the sweet flavor of sweet corn.
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Other than these recipes, sweet corn is also used in recipes such as pizza, chana cone garam, etc.
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