A comprehensive look at the charms of corn, a unique vegetable that has come to Japan from the New World!
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Introduction
Corn is an ingredient brought to Japan from the New World and is loved in many dishes. In this article, we will introduce the types, how to eat them, and even delicious recipes.
The history and varieties of corn
The corn that Columbus brought back to Spain from the United States was also introduced to Japan through the Portuguese. As a vegetable, it is also called sweet corn, and varieties are also popular. Also, those picked while young are called young corns, and boiled corns are often seen.
Seasonality and how to choose
Corn is in season from early summer to early autumn, but house cultivation and imported products have been available since early spring. When choosing fresh ones, we recommend that you have a strong fruit and a green skin that gives it a fresh look. Also, the skin is still fresher, so eat it early.
How to eat corn
You can cook or boil it, and you can eat corn in a variety of ways. Young corn in particular is often used in Chinese and ethnic dishes.
Recipe: Commercially available grilled pork and young corn stir-fry
Ingredients (serves 4)
- Young Cones: 16
- Grilled pork (loss): 100g
- Ginger: 1 scoop
- Oyster sauce: 1 tablespoon
seasoning
- salt
- Salad oil
- soy sauce
- Alcohol
- sugar
How to make it
- Boil the young corn in hot water with a little salt. Slice the roasted pork into thin slices.
- Cut the onion diagonally 2cm wide, and peel the ginger into thin slices.
- Heat 2-3 tablespoons of salad oil in a wok and fry the green onions and ginger. When the aroma comes out, add and stir-fry quickly. Add a little salt, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sake, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and oyster sauce and quickly stir-fry.
summary
Corn is an ingredient that can be enjoyed in a wide variety of ways. Choosing fresh foods and enjoying them in season will further enhance the deliciousness. Please enjoy a variety of recipes, including commercially available grilled pork and young corn stir-fry.
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