Corn kernels can be cooked in a few minutes

Corn kernels can generally be cooked after 8-10 minutes of cooking, and the specific time is affected by factors such as corn kernel size, freshness, and firepower. The cooking time of corn kernels is directly related to particle size. Fresh sweet corn kernels, due to their abundant moisture and tender texture, usually ripen after boiling for about 8 minutes. At this point, the kernels are plump and retain their sweetness. Frozen corn kernels need to be thawed or boiled for 2-3 minutes to ensure that the center is fully heated. The use of a pressure cooker can be shortened to 5 minutes, but care should be taken to avoid excessive softening that affects the taste. Due to the high starch content, it is recommended to soak old corn or dried corn kernels for 30 minutes before cooking for at least 15 minutes. Special varieties such as glutinous corn kernels require a longer time, usually 12-15 minutes, to achieve the desired sticky texture. Core corn kernels require more than 20 minutes to cook as a whole due to slow heating, but individually peeled particles are still processed according to the usual time. There is a temperature difference between the fire in the induction cooker and the fire in the open flame. It is recommended to observe whether the particles are translucent to determine the maturity. Processed instant corn kernels only require 3 minutes of reheating, excessive cooking can lead to nutrient loss.

It is recommended to use chopsticks to lightly poke corn kernels during cooking to test their softness and hardness. Once cooked, the kernels should be able to easily penetrate. Before cooking fresh corn, a small amount of inner membrane can be retained to increase sweetness. After thawing frozen corn, drain the water to avoid diluting the taste. When cooking with diced carrots or peas, adjust the cooking time according to the size of the ingredients. Immediately supercooling after serving can maintain a bright color. Control the amount of salt added, too much sodium will affect the natural sweetness of corn, diabetes patients should pay attention to appropriate consumption.