Introducing how to freeze corn and recipes [Explanation with photos! ]

Have you ever bought too much corn and ended up with some left over?

In such a case, why not try preserving corn by freezing? Not only can it be stored for a long time, but if you freeze it, it can be used as a time-saving dish or as a garnish for a variety of dishes.

I want to make delicious and good-looking dishes without spending a lot of time! We would like to introduce a method of freezing corn that will make that wish come true.

How to freeze corn

How to freeze corn

-Can be done even when you don't have time Freeze raw Method
・You can freeze a whole bottle deliciously. How to use a microwave
・If you have time, try authentic Freeze after using fire Method

There are three types. Let me introduce each of them.

The easiest way to freeze raw

First, we will introduce the two easiest ways to freeze raw food.

The first step is to remove the husk and whiskers from the corn, cut it whole or into pieces, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Then, put it in a freezer bag, seal it, and put it in the freezer.

The second step is to remove the husk and whiskers from the corn, and then peel off the kernels by hand. Then wrap it in plastic wrap, put it in a freezer bag, and put it in the freezer.

The key to successful freezing is to remove the air from the freezer bag. Excess air will speed up deterioration.

How to freeze after using the microwave

Next, we will show you how to heat it in the microwave and then freeze it. Remove the skin and whiskers from the corn, wrap the whole corn in plastic wrap, and put it in the microwave.

Depending on the size, the approximate heating time is about 5 minutes at 500-600W. Once it has cooled down, remove the plastic wrap, cut into pieces, and loosen the fruit.

Re-wrap it in new plastic wrap, put it in a freezer bag, and put it in the freezer.

The trick to successfully freezing food is not to remove the wrap immediately after heating it in the microwave. If you remove it too soon, the fruit will become wrinkled. Be sure to let it cool down before removing it.

How to freeze after seriously using fire

Finally, I'll show you how to boil it in a pot and then freeze it.

Remove the skin and beard from the corn and boil it whole in a pot of boiling water. It depends on the number of pieces, but the approximate boiling time is about 5 minutes on medium heat.

As soon as it is boiled, wrap it in plastic wrap and let it cool off. Once it has cooled down, remove the plastic wrap, cut into pieces, and loosen the fruit.

Re-wrap with new plastic wrap, place in a freezer bag, and finally place in the freezer.

The trick to freezing them properly is to boil them until they are firm enough to prevent them from wrinkling.

Thawing method and frozen storage period

How to thaw frozen corn

Remove the corn from the freezer bag from when it was frozen, wrap it in plastic wrap, and heat it in the microwave.

If you reheat and then freeze, you can also lightly toast it in a toaster before eating.

Once the fruit has been loosened and frozen, it can be used in cooking even when frozen.

Frozen corn storage period

As a guide, frozen corn can be stored for one month.

It depends on the method of freezing, but foods that are frozen raw deteriorate faster than foods that are frozen in the microwave or frozen using fire because they are not heat-treated.

Also, if it is left for more than a month, it will dry out and lose its nutritional content, so be sure to eat it all within the recommended period.

A nutritionist explains! About corn nutrition

Corn is high in calories among vegetables, and contains carbohydrates and protein, making it a perfect source of energy.
It also contains amino acids such as aspartic acid, which has a fatigue-relieving effect, glutamic acid, which activates brain function, and alanine, which improves immune function.
2 types of boiling methods
① Put it in boiling water and boil for about 5 minutes ➙ The pulp becomes crispy.
② Heat the corn soaked in water and boil for about 5 minutes ➙ Juicy taste

When both are boiled, soak them in strong salt water for about 10 minutes, the salt will seep into the pulp and it will stay firm even after it cools down.

How to choose corn
1. If you choose one with skin, choose one with bright colors.
2. Mustaches are brown and bushy ➙ Fully ripe
3. The grains are tightly packed and uniform in size.

It is also said that nutrients are gradually lost as time passes after harvesting.
If you are not going to eat it right away, prepare it by boiling it, then refrigerate or freeze it.

＊冷凍する場合は、固めに茹でて実を外して小分けにしておきましょう☝

Nutritionist Ruri

Obtained nutritionist qualifications from Toita Women's Junior College and graduated from the same university. After graduating from Kyorin University, she also obtained a qualification as a food hygiene manager. Currently at DayBreak Co., Ltd., she oversees various food freezing research and writing informative content about food. Her hobbies are traveling and hula dancing.

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5 easy recipes using frozen corn

Many dishes made with corn are surprisingly simple.

From snacks to when you just want something more, here are 5 recipes you can make in no time.

corn cooked rice

☑材料
・冷凍とうもろこし　1本分
・ご飯　3合
・薄口醬油　大さじ1

<How to make>
1) Wash the rice, put it in a rice cooker, add water to the 3 cup mark, and add soy sauce.

2) Cut the frozen corn and place it on top of the rice in the rice cooker.

3) Once cooked, remove the corn and scrape the kernels from the cob.

4) Add the scraped corn back into the rice and mix to complete.

Corn soup recipe (without mixer)

☑材料（2人分）
・冷凍とうもろこし（丸ごと1本またはカットして冷凍したもの）　40ｇ
・牛乳　400cc
・コンソメ　2個
・塩　少々
・こしょう　少々

<How to make>
1) Cover the frozen corn with plastic wrap and heat it in the microwave to defrost it. Grate this using a grater.

2) Add grated corn, milk, and consommé to a pot and heat over low heat for about 5 minutes.

3) Adjust the taste with salt and pepper and it's done.

The trick to making it well is to grate it all the way to the core when grating it with a grater. It can absorb nutrients and flavor.

Butter corn recipe (frying pan version)

☑材料（2人分）
・冷凍とうもろこし（実をほぐして冷凍したもの）　40ｇ
・バター　5ｇ
・塩　少々

<How to make>
1) Put frozen corn, water, and butter in a frying pan and turn on the heat.

2) Turn off the heat when there is still a little moisture left.

3) Arrange on a plate, top with the remaining butter, and it's done.

The trick to making it well is to leave some moisture and turn off the heat. The residual heat will make the corn fluffy.

Corn salad recipe (microwave version)

☑材料（2人分）
・冷凍とうもろこし（実をほぐして冷凍したもの）　40ｇ
・好みの具（野菜、ハム、ツナ缶など）　適量
・マヨネーズ　適量

<How to make>
1) Heat the frozen corn in the microwave to thaw it.

2) Put it in a bowl and add any other ingredients you like.

3) Mix with mayonnaise and it's done.

The trick to making it well is to just use corn, but if possible, it's a good idea to use your own favorite toppings. Don't just think about the taste, but also about the color and appearance.

Daikon radish, carrots, broccoli, and paprika are also wonderful.

Corn potage recipe (mixer version)

☑材料（2人分）
・冷凍とうもろこし（実をほぐして冷凍したもの）　40ｇ
・牛乳　400cc
・生クリーム　50ｍｌ
・コンソメ　2個
・塩　少々
・こしょう　少々

<How to make>

1) Heat the frozen corn in the microwave to thaw it.

2) Leave a small amount of corn in the mixer, add milk and mix.

3) Put this in a pot, add fresh cream and consommé, and heat.

4) Add the corn that was left at the end. Adjust the taste with salt and pepper, and it's done.

The trick to making it well is not to mix all the corn together, but to leave a small amount aside for garnishing. When you put it on at the end, it looks good and feels good.

Conclusion

How was it?

Storing corn in the freezer makes it a great addition to cooking. Frozen corn is a convenient item that can be quickly taken out of the freezer and used as is.

The color is beautiful, so it can be useful when you want to make your dishes more colorful. You can do it as soon as you think of it, so please try freezing corn.