Can I freeze uncooked corn on the cob?
If you don’t cook your fresh-picked corn within a day or so, consider freezing corn, either on the cob or cut. That way you can enjoy the taste of summer even in the cold winter months.
Can I freeze corn on the cob without blanching?
Corn on the cob can be frozen whole, without blanching—you’ll just be a little more limited when it comes time to cook it, as the corn is more likely to develop a chewy or mushy character.
Do you have to boil corn on the cob before you freeze it?
You can freeze the corn cooked or uncooked.
Blanching the corn first does help to preserve some of the flavor and texture of fresh corn. It’s a little more involved than just cutting the corn off the cob and putting it into bags.
How long do you blanch corn on the cob before freezing?
Blanch the corn.
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a roaring boil. Using a pair of tongs, add the corn cobs to the pot and boil for 4 minutes. The blanching process helps preserve the texture and sweetness of the corn by breaking down the corn with time.
How do you freeze raw corn on the cob?
Pat the corn dry and place in a pan or on a baking sheet. Put them in the freezer for a couple of hours to freeze. Remove the corn on the cob from the freezer and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Place in a ziptop freezer bag and return to the freezer.
Can you freeze raw corn in the husk?
Place fresh corn on the cob with the husk in place in a plastic freezer bag. Seal bag, removing excess air. Use a marker to place a label and date on the bag. Store in freezer for up to 4 months.
What happens if you don’t blanch corn before freezing?
This is because the process of blanching destroys enzymes that can change the flavor, texture, and even the color of vegetables, including corn, during their time in the freezer. Corn that has not been blanched before freezing can become chewy (and sometimes downright mushy) once it’s thawed.
What is the best way to freeze fresh corn on the cob?
The best way to store corn on the cob in the freezer is to wrap the blanched, cooled ears individually in plastic wrap and place in a resealable plastic freezer bag. Wrapping the corn cobs individually first will prevent them from clumping together (in case you want to just pull out one at a time.
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- Shuck corn and remove corn silk.
- Place corn cobs into freezer bags and push air out.
- Date airtight freezer bag with a permanent marker.
- Place bag into the freezer.
Can you freeze fresh corn without cooking first?
You can freeze the corn cooked or uncooked.
Blanching the corn first does help to preserve some of the flavor and texture of fresh corn. It’s a little more involved than just cutting the corn off the cob and putting it into bags. I think it’s worth it, though.
Can you freeze corn without cooking it first?
Uncooked Corn Kernels
This is 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.
Is it better to freeze corn with or without husk?
It is better to freeze corn with the husk still on, because it can help to prevent freezer burn. However, shucking them first will save you time later on.
Does corn on the cob need blanching before freezing?
The natural enzymes in corn need to be inactivated before freezing to prevent both loss of color and nutrients, and flavor and texture changes. These enzymes are inactivated by a hot blanch treatment. The chilling process prevents the corn from becoming mushy due to overcooking the starch.
Instructions
- Place fresh corn on the cob with the husk in place in a plastic freezer bag.
- Seal bag, removing excess air.
- Use a marker to place a label and date on the bag. Store in freezer for up to 4 months.
- When ready to enjoy, remove from freezer and prepare using favorite cooking method for frozen corn.