Summer Delight! The Secret to Perfectly Chewy and Sweet Boiled Corn
Summer Delight! The Secret to Perfectly Chewy and Sweet Boiled Corn
The Ultimate Summer Snack: A Delicious Recipe for Boiling Corn with Glutinous Corn and Sweetener
On a sweltering summer day, there’s nothing quite like enjoying a perfectly boiled ear of corn. Its wonderfully chewy texture and delightful sweetness are unparalleled! Let me guide you through an easy and detailed method to recreate this amazing summer treat at home.
Key Ingredients- 13 glutinous corn ears
- 2/3 tsp salt
- 15g sweetener (e.g., New Sugar)
- 3.4L water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the glutinous corn by peeling off the outer husks. It’s best to leave about one layer of husks attached to the cob. This acts like a cozy blanket, helping the corn steam beautifully and retain its moisture.
Step 2
Next, thoroughly remove all the silky corn silk. My personal tip is to gently peel back the remaining husks and carefully pluck away the silk. It makes the process much smoother.
Step 3
As you peel the husks, you’ll notice some silk clinging to the stem end. To remove these completely, simply twist and break off the very end of the stem where the silk is concentrated. This will take care of any remaining strands.
Step 4
And there you have it! The corn is now neatly prepped, with all husks and silk removed. Just looking at them makes you anticipate that delicious, sweet flavor, doesn’t it?
Step 5
Now, carefully arrange the prepared glutinous corn ears snugly in a large pot. Pack them in tightly so they stand up nicely. It’s quite charming to see them all gathered together!
Step 6
Once the corn is in the pot, it’s time to add the flavor enhancers. Pour in the 3.4 liters of water, sprinkle in the sweetener for that delightful sweetness, and add the salt to bring out all the savory notes.
Step 7
Cover the pot tightly with a lid and bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once it starts bubbling vigorously, reduce the heat to medium and let the corn steam for a generous 1 hour and 40 minutes. Patience here will be rewarded with incredibly flavorful corn.
Step 8
I steamed these glutinous corn ears for a longer duration to achieve that wonderfully chewy texture. If you’re using regular yellow corn, about 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes of steaming should be perfect. Adjust the steaming time based on the type of corn you’re using!
Step 9
Here’s a pro tip for even cooking and maximum flavor! About halfway through the steaming process, carefully lift the lid and gently flip the corn ears over. This ensures that the heat distributes evenly throughout each ear, resulting in perfectly steamed corn from end to end.
Step 10
Finally, let’s check for doneness. When about 10 kernels have started to split open, indicating they are tender and cooked through, your corn is ready! Turn off the heat. Congratulations, you’ve successfully boiled delicious corn!
