A fresh guide to Australian 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.
Where is corn grown in Australia?
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, view our seasonal fruit and veg calendar.
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 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.
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.
Know your corn varieties
Sweet corn
In season: All year
This popular variety has round, yellow kernels surrounded by a green husk. Sweet corn is firm in texture with a sweet taste.
Baby corn
In season: All year
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.
White corn
In season: All year
White corn has a pale green or white husk with pale kernels, and a succulent, sweet taste.
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.
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