Freezing Whole Kernel Corn
Step-by-step guide on how to flash freeze whole kernel corn at home.
Equipment
- Freezer
- Corn Cutter Optional
- Bundt Pan Optional
Ingredients
- Corn cut off the cob
Instructions
- Harvest or Purchase Fresh Corn on the Cob:Choose fresh and high-quality Corn on the Cob. Harvest from your garden or select corn from a reliable source.
- Clean Corn:Husk your corn cobs. Rinse the corn under cold water to remove any silk or debris.
- Blanching:Put several ears of corn into a gallon of boiling water. Blanching time starts when the water returns to a boil. Blanch the corn for 4 minutes. After you have completed the blanching process, chill corn thoroughly in iced water. Cool long enough for the cob to cool, but not so long as to become soggy. Drain the water off the cobs.
- Remove Corn from the Cob:Using your knife and cutting board, cut off the kernels to about two-thirds depth. You could use a corn cutter to remove the corn from the cob. To make this easier, I use a bundt cake pan and place the tip of the corn into the center hole. This allows the corn kernels to drop into the bundt pan and not spread all over the counter.
- Spread on a Tray:Spread the whole kernel corn in a single layer on a baking sheet or tray. Ensure they are not touching each other to facilitate quick freezing.
- Flash Freeze:Place the tray in the freezer. Flash-freeze the corn for a few hours or until they are individually frozen.
- Transfer to Storage Bags:Once the corn are individually frozen, transfer them to airtight freezer bags or containers. Remove excess air to prevent freezer burn.You can also vacuum seal them into specific portion sizes for easy use.