How to freeze corn for the winter
Corn is a plant revered by man since ancient times. The Aztecs also knew about the beneficial properties of this culture and actively used it in cooking. Corn has not lost its popularity even now. In our latitudes this is a seasonal vegetable, but you really want to pamper your loved ones with corn in winter. This idea is easy to implement, but to do this, you just need to freeze the vegetable.
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How to choose and prepare corn for freezing
Corn that is still in a state of milky ripeness and recently harvested from the field is suitable for freezing. We thoroughly clean it of leaves and hairs and rinse it in running water. Next, you can freeze corn in several ways.
Freezing corn whole cobs
If you have space in your freezer and you like your corn cooked, you can freeze it on the cob.
To do this, immerse the prepared corn in boiling water for 10 minutes, cool in ice water, and dry. Place one or several cobs into bags. Place in the freezer for storage.
Before eating, frozen corn just needs to be dipped in boiling water for a few minutes and placed on a plate. Pour butter over the cob, sprinkle with salt, and you are ready to eat.
You can freeze corn on the cob raw.We immediately put the cobs, cleared of leaves and hairs, into bags and put them in the freezer. You just need to cook them a little longer than pre-boiled ones, about 15-20 minutes.
How to freeze corn kernels for salads
Corn frozen this way does not take up much space in the freezer. It is ideal for preparing salads, adding to soups and stews. To freeze, boil corn cobs for 10 minutes and cool in ice water. Using a sharp knife, remove the grains from the cobs.
Place in bags in portions for one-time use, releasing excess air from the bags. Place in the freezer for further storage.
The video from Tasty Corner shows two ways to freeze corn for the winter.
Defrosting
If you prepare a heat-treated dish from corn grains, you can immediately use them for cooking without defrosting. They will defrost during cooking.
If the grains are added to the salad, they must first be immersed in boiling water for 1 minute to quickly defrost.
Corn can be stored in the freezer for 8 months at -18 degrees. Remove only as much corn from the freezer as you plan to use at a time. After all, it’s better not to freeze it again.
Now you know how to properly freeze delicious corn for the winter. Spend a little time freezing, and you'll be provided with this delicious vegetable this winter.
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