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    Corn

    Corn is a grain and a member of the grass family. It comes in a range of colours, such as yellow, white, orange and purple. Corn is characterised by its round, yellow kernels that form a cob, surrounded by a green husk.

    Know your varieties
    Stefano carrots
    All year Sweet corn

    This popular variety has round, yellow kernels surrounded by a green husk. Sweet corn is firm in texture with a sweet taste.

    dutch carrots
    All year Baby corn

    This variety is much smaller and cylindrically shaped, with a pointed tip and a flat-bottom end. Usually light yellow to yellow in colour, it is ideal to use in stir-fries.

    purple carrots
    All year White corn

    White corn has a pale green or white husk with pale kernels, and a succulent, sweet taste.

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    Where is it grown

    While grown throughout Australia, most corn is grown in Queensland, NSW, Victoria and Western Australia.

    To see when this variety is in peak season and Australian sourced, please view our Fruit and Veg seasonal calendar here.

    How to pick

    The husk surrounding corn should be a grassy green colour without any yellowing. Feel the corn cob to ensure it is plump and developed all the way to the tip.

    How to store

    Store corn protected by its husk in the crisper drawer of your fridge for up to four days. However, the longer you store corn, the less sweet it will taste.

    How to use

    Boil cobs in salted water until tender. Cut off the kernels and use in salads, tacos and soups. Alternatively, cook cobs on a barbecue and serve hot with butter as a tasty side.

    Fun facts
    • Corn can grow as high as three metres.
    • In Peru, people drink purple corn juice.
    • Sweet corn cobs always have an even number of rows of kernels.
    • Corn contains fibre, which supports a healthy gut*.

      *When eaten as part of a healthy and balanced diet.
    Food saver tips
    • Freeze leftover kernels after you cut them off the cob for up to 12 months.
    • Blanch kernels before freezing, then pop straight into soups without defrosting.
    Corn recipes

    Grilled Corn & Quinoa Salad

    Avolution Avocado And Corn Salad

    Barbecued Corn

    Beef & Black Bean Stir-Fry With Baby Corn

    Corn on the Cob

    Jamie's Grilled Corn & Quinoa Salad, Mango, Herbs, Avo, Feta

    Oyster & Corn Chowder

    Smokin' Chicken Skewers With Creamed Corn

    Mushroom, Leek & Corn Filo Pies

    Potato & Corn Salad

    Troy and Marty's Sweet Potato & Corn Fritters

    Sweet Corn Puree

    Smoky Bean & Corn Tacos