Sweet corn is a beloved staple in many kitchens, known for its crisp texture and naturally sweet flavor. To enjoy it at its best, it's important to know how to choose and store it properly. Here are some tips to ensure your sweet corn stays fresh and delicious. Choosing the Perfect Sweet Corn Look for Green Husks: When picking sweet corn, start by checking the husks. They should be green color and tightly wrapped around the cob. If you notice any brown or dried-out husks, it's a sign that the corn isn't fresh. Feel for Firm Kernels: Give the corn a gentle squeeze through the husk. The kernels should feel firm and plump. If they’re mushy or shriveled, put that cob back – it’s past its prime. Check the Silk: The silk (those thread-like strands coming out of the top) should be slightly sticky to the touch and look fresh. Depending on the variety of sweet corn, the color can range from light to dark, so focus more on its condition rather than the specific color. Check for Insects: Look for any small holes or damaged areas on the husk. These could be signs of insect infestation. A clean, undamaged husk is what you’re aiming for. Storing Sweet Corn Refrigerate Immediately: Corn starts to lose its sweetness as soon as it’s picked, so refrigerate it as soon as possible to preserve its flavor. According to the University of Illinois Extension, corn can lose up to 50% of its sugar within 24 hours if not refrigerated. Keep the Husks On: Store the corn with the husks still on. They act as a natural protective barrier and help retain moisture. Reader testimonial: “I’ve always kept the husks on my sweet corn before storing it, and it’s remained fresh and flavorful for several days.” Use a Plastic Bag: Place the ears of corn in a plastic bag to keep them from drying out. Make sure the bag is closed tightly. Freeze for Long-Term Storage: If you can't use the corn within a few days, remove the husks and keep in the…
挑选玉米的5大误区 玉米含有碳水化合物、淀粉、蛋白质、脂肪、胡萝卜素、维生素A、C、E 以及钙，可以保护眼睛、抗癌、延缓老化；再加上价格便宜、料理方式多元，是很受欢迎的蔬菜之一。玉米种类很多。挑外面包裹的叶子、米粒排列、饱满度都是挑选指标。 1.观察玉米须（原文）新鮮的玉米须应该帶著光泽的淡黃色，尖端部分看來呈現褐色是正常的。如果感觉很干燥、甚至有枯黃的状态，玉米可能已经不新鮮了。 事实：错。玉米须黄色部分藏在里面，被外面的黑色须盖着根本看不见。如果玉米须棕色，那么玉米已经烂了。玉米须新鲜时是湿湿的。如果玉米须干了或者掉了，可能不新鲜了。有些商家很聪明，拔了玉米须让你什么也看不见。 2.新鮮的玉米粒应该立体而饱满（原文）立体饱满的玉米，水分充足，吃起來也会比较甘甜。最好连玉米穗的头部都要饱满才好。 事实：错。玉米的果粒立体饱满不代表甘甜。如果玉米果扁进去，那可能不新鲜了。甘不甘甜生吃就知道了。 3.按压起來要紧实（原文）如果按压起來觉得很软、不结实，这颗玉米的生长状态可能有问题。 事实：错。如果玉米粒按压起来结实，那么这玉米吃起来会很硬，皮很厚，口感不好。我们的水果玉米皮很薄,如果按压玉米就会破,水份马上喷出来。 4.米粒排列要整齐（原文）玉米粒排列整齐不僅卖相好，显示生张期間养分等田间管理较佳，口感也较好。 事实：错。米粒排列整齐不代表新鲜,这和品种有关。米粒排列整齐只是好看而已,不代表什么。稍微有一点不整齐也无大碍,最主要的是品种。 5.玉米叶要翠绿（原文）包覆在玉米外面的叶子越翠绿代表越新鲜。 事实：错。玉米外面的叶子越翠绿是代表玉米生长在很炎热的地方。原因很简单,太阳越猛烈叶子的颜色越深。金马仑的太阳不猛烈,温度低。因此,我们的水果玉米不是深绿色,而是淡绿色。有些玉米的品种很多叶子，过了一个星期拔了几张叶子还是深绿色。如果你只是看叶子不一定能看出玉米的新鲜度。我们的玉米叶子比较少，颜色也比较淡。叶子的颜色和品种有关. 总结: 以上没有一点可以帮你选到新鲜玉米。如果你按照以上这些只能买到怡保种的劣质玉米。 我们每个周末早上采取新鲜玉米拿到Rose Valley卖。其实挑选新鲜玉米有个小妙招，玉米有个地方骗 不到人。我在此卖个关子。 如果你真想知道如果挑选新鲜玉米,你来我们的档口,我们告诉你。呵呵! 很多人不知道全部玉米都可以生吃,只是好不好吃而已。我们的水果玉米生吃可是顶呱呱。皮薄,柔嫩,又脆又甜。生吃水果玉米很清甜,吃完后玉米的清甜围绕在口中好一阵子。…