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Frozen Unblached Corn Kernels - An Oregon Cottage
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3 Ways to Freeze Corn

Learn 3 easy ways to freeze fresh corn, when each method is best and the ways you can use the frozen corn in recipes.
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Preserving
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 quart bag
Calories: 31kcal
Author: Jami Boys

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Chef's Knife
  • Freezer baggies

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 corn cobs depending on size of ears

Instructions

  • Unblanched Whole Cobs - the easiest and quickest method:
    -Shuck, add to freezer bags, extract air, and toss in the freezer. (See Note* for cooking method.)
  • Uncooked Corn Kernels - the second easiest method, since you don't need to cook the corn first:
    -Shuck and cut the kernels off the cob into a large bowl.
    -Spoon kernels into freezer baggies (or containers), remove as much air as possible (I use my handy straw), seal and freeze.
  • Blanched or Cooked Corn Kernels - This third way is the most traditional way to freeze fresh corn:
    -Bring a large pot of water to boil.
    -Drop shucked ears into boiling water and cook 2-3 minutes.
    -Remove from water to a large bowl and let cool a few minutes until you can handle them.
    -Cut kernels off of cobs, spoon into freezer baggies, remove as much air as possible (again using a straw), seal and freeze.

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Notes

*Best way to cook frozen whole cobs:
  1. Bring a large pot of water to boil.
  2. Drop frozen ears of corn into boiling water.
  3. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until done to your liking.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Iron: 1mg