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Baby Corn

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Baby Corn

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Corn

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Definition

Immature ears of corn harvested shortly after silk emergence, prized for their small size, mild flavor, and crisp-tender texture.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild, Sweet, Slightly Earthy
TextureCrisp-tender, Slightly fibrous, Crunchy
AromaFresh, Subtly Vegetal
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 80 g
Calories26 kcal
Total Fat0.5 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1 g
Total Carbohydrate5 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium2 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium65 mg

Chef’s Secret

For maximum crispness, add baby corn towards the end of cooking in stir-fries or blanch briefly before adding to salads.

Substitutions

Best Match

Young Green Beans (trimmed)

1:1

Similar crispness and mild flavor, but a different shape.

Water Chestnuts

1:1

Provides a similar crunch, but less flavor.

Asparagus (thinly cut)

1:1

Adds a delicate green flavor and tender-crisp texture.

Snap Peas

1:1

Sweet and crunchy, though flatter in shape.

Buying Guide

Choose fresh baby corn that is firm and unblemished. Canned or jarred varieties are readily available but may be softer.

Flavor Pairings

Stir-fries Salads Pickles Curries Vegetable Platters

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