Best 3 Freezer Sweet Corn Recipes
Summertime is prime season for corn on the cob, but frozen corn kernels are available year-round. They are picked and processed at the peak of their flavor and freshness, so they are a convenient and versatile addition to any home cook's pantry. Frozen sweet corn is a delicious side dish, used as a base for salads and soups, or an addition to casseroles, stir-fries, and tacos. Sweet corn can be cooked in a variety of ways, such as boiling, roasting, microwaving, or grilling. However, it is important to cook frozen sweet corn properly in order to get the best flavor and texture.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
FREEZER SWEET CORN
People ask me how to freeze corn on the cob because my frozen corn tastes as good as fresh! This way it stays crisp-tender and now I can have "fresh" corn any time of the year. -Judy Oudekerk, St. Michael, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 3 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a stockpot, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to large shallow containers to cool quickly, stirring occasionally. Freeze in airtight containers, allowing headspace for expansion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
KITTENCAL'S METHOD FOR SWEET FREEZER CORN NIBLETS
Do not omit omit the 1/2 cup sugar mixed in at the end, this helps preserve the freezer corn and keeps it firm and crispy, prep time does not include shucking the corn --- also see my recipe#121897
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Corn
Time 8m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Using an electic knife or a serrated knife remove the corn kernels from the cob (I use an electric knife for this, it takes less time).
- Place the corn kernels in a large pot; add in water to cover the corn then add in 1 tablespoon salt (add in more water to cover the kernels if needed).
- Bring to a full boil, the reduce heat and boil ONLY until the kernels turn a darker yellow (about 2 minutes, this will not take long).
- Place in a large strainer and rinse under very cold water or plunge into a bowl of ice water.
- Shaking the strainer strain out as much water as possible.
- Mix in 1/2 cup sugar using a wooden spoon until combined with the niblets (this creates a sugar-pac and helps preserve the corn and keeps the corn crisp while freezing).
- Spread the sugar-coated kernels onto a large 15 x 10-inch baking sheet then freeze until completely frozen.
- Place in freezer bags or vacum pac.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.8, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 355.1, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9.7, Protein 4.1
SWEET FREEZER CORN RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by รก-8595
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Husk and clean corn on the cob. Cut kernels off uncooked cobs. Add raw corn kernels, sugar, salt, butter and water to large kettle. Bring to a gentle boil. Simmer 10 minutes. Ladle into freezer bags. Freeze flat until firm. Thaw before using. Ladle corn and a little juice into freezer bags. Lay bags flat on a baking sheet. Freeze until firm. Store corn bags in a box like you would file papers in a filing cabinet. This saves lots of room in the freezer and keeps the corn all in one place. I love card board boxes, they work perfect for this. Sweet corn from the freezer tastes just like delicious buttered and salted corn right off the cob!
Tips:
- Choose the freshest corn possible: The fresher the corn, the better the frozen corn will taste. Look for ears of corn with bright green husks and plump, tightly packed kernels.
- Blanch the corn before freezing: Blanching helps to preserve the corn's color, flavor, and nutrients. To blanch the corn, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the kernels are bright green and tender. Immediately remove the corn from the boiling water and plunge it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Cut the corn off the cob: Once the corn is blanched, remove it from the ice water and cut the kernels off the cob. You can use a sharp knife or a corn stripper to do this.
- Package the corn for freezing: Place the corn kernels in freezer-safe bags or containers. Leave about 1 inch of headspace at the top of each bag or container to allow for expansion.
- Freeze the corn: Place the bags or containers of corn in the freezer and freeze for up to 1 year.
Conclusion:
Freezing corn is a great way to preserve this delicious and nutritious vegetable. By following these tips, you can ensure that your frozen corn tastes just as good as fresh corn.
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