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Description/Taste
White corn has an elongated, straight, and cylindrical appearance, averaging 10 to 25 centimeters in length, and is encased in many layers of light green husks. Within the tightly wrapped husk, each layer is textured, fibrous, and semi-rough, and surrounding the cob is a layer of delicate pale yellow corn silks. One ear of White corn can contain 200 to 400 kernels, and the small, oval to oblong plump kernels grow in rows extending the length of the cob. White corn kernels have a tender, succulent, and crisp consistency when ripe due to their high sugar content, but as it ages, the kernels will transform their sugar into starch, creating a tougher, chewier, and doughier texture. The kernels also bear a white to cream-colored surface and a white interior. White corn will range in texture and flavor, depending on the variety, but the kernels are generally mild, sweet, and subtly nutty.
Seasons/Availability
White corn is available year-round.
Current Facts
White corn, botanically classified as Zea mays, is a general descriptor used to encompass many different light-colored sweet corn varieties belonging to the Poaceae family. Corn is an ancient crop, historically known as Maize, and has been cultivated for thousands of years. The tall, fast-growing stalks reach up to 4 meters in height, sometimes 7 meters, there are many different White corn cultivars cultivated worldwide, selectively bred over time to showcase improved flavor, texture, and growth characteristics. The kernels are primarily used as fresh food, or they are dried and processed into flour, cornmeal, starch, and non-culinary goods such as paper. It is important to note that White corn and yellow corn share similar flavor profiles, and the main distinguishing factor is color. Corn is divided into three main categories: normal, sugar-enhanced, and supersweet. Each category describes the variety’s sugar levels, texture, and storage abilities, with supersweet cultivars having the longest shelf life and being one of the most popular types sold in the United States in the present day. White corn will vary in flavor depending on the variety of corn and its categorical assignment, but in general, the kernels can be used for any recipe calling for corn.
Nutritional Value
White corn is a good source of fiber to stimulate the digestive tract and contains vitamin E, an antioxidant to protect the body and cells against damage caused by free radicals. The kernels also provide vitamin C to strengthen the immune system, potassium to balance fluid levels, B vitamins to maintain optimal nerve functioning, and lower amounts of phosphorus, iron, copper, and magnesium.
Applications
White corn has a sweet, delicate flavor well-suited for fresh and cooked preparations, including roasting, sautéing, steaming, boiling, and grilling. The kernels can be removed from the cob and tossed into salads, pureed into dips, or stirred into pasta. They can also be incorporated into muffins, cakes, biscuits, and bread, cooked into chowder, used as a topping over pizza, mashed and fried into fritters, or blended with beans and used as a vegetarian burger patty. White corn is extremely versatile and can be utilized in almost any recipe calling for corn. Beyond mixed preparations, White corn can also be prepared simply and served as a side dish. The entire cob can be grilled, developing a smoky richness, or it can be steamed or boiled for a lighter taste. White corn can also be dried and ground for use as breading, flour, or starch. White corn pairs well with herbs such as basil, parsley, mint, and cilantro, peas, squash, beans, fennel, mushrooms, arugula, peppers, salty and nutty cheeses, meats such as pork, beef, and poultry, and seafood, including lobster, scallops, and fish. White corn should be kept in its husk and stored in a plastic bag where it will keep for a couple of days. If the corn was purchased without a husk, wrap the cobs in plastic and store them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Mexico is one of the top importers of White corn, purchasing over 50% of the corn exported from the United States. The cream-colored to white cobs are traditionally used fresh rather than processed, and though White corn is grown locally in Mexico, the demand is significantly higher than what the country can produce. According to ancient Mexican legends, corn was gifted to Earth by the gods and is a life-sustaining crop. White corn is commonly utilized in Mexico to make tortillas, tamales, cornbread, cornmeal, and more creative dishes such as ice cream, cakes, and puddings. Mexico is also known for its grassroots corn festivals, which are a time for communities to gather and honor one of their indigenous crops. In Jala, a small town in the Mexican state of Nayarit, White corn is celebrated for the first two weeks in August during the Feria del Elota or Sweet Corn Festival. The annual celebration showcases many different varieties of corn that are grown locally in Jala and honors the cultural, economic, and culinary importance of the crop. During the festival, visitors can watch live entertainment, including bull riding, dance performances, fireworks, and various competitions, and they can also sample local culinary creations featuring corn. In addition to the festival, Jala is known for growing some of the world's largest corncobs. The festival features a competition for the longest corn cob, and some of the past winners included cobs that extended over 50 centimeters in length.
Geography/History
Corn is a descendant of a wild species native to Mexico that has been naturally growing for over 7000 years. Experts believe the wild corn species was grown from teosinte, an ancient grass, and teosinte can still be found wild in Mexico in the present day. Throughout Mexico, corn was domesticated by indigenous Mesoamericans in prehistoric times. The oldest known remains of corn were discovered in Mexico's Valley of Tehuacan, dating back to 2750 BCE. Over time, migrating peoples brought corn with them on their journeys, spreading the crop across the Americas. Corn was often sown by civilizations in a system of planting called the three sisters, growing beans, squash, and corn. The crop was cultivated throughout Mayan, Incan, and Aztec civilizations, and with each season, corn was selectively bred to exhibit improved characteristics. Christopher Columbus and other Spanish and Portuguese explorers were primarily responsible for introducing corn to the rest of the world, and since its evolutionary spread, corn has become one of the most cultivated crops worldwide. Today White corn is cultivated on every continent, except for Antarctica, and in the United States, White corn is mainly grown in Nebraska and Texas, with smaller quantities being produced in Iowa, Illinois, and Indiana. Worldwide, White corn can be found fresh through farmer’s markets, specialty grocers, and supermarkets.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| ALCE 101 | Solana Beach CA | 858-342-5495 |
| Edgewater Grill | San Diego CA | 619-232-7581 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Mission Bay Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 858-488-0501 x14 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Et Voilà! French Bistro | San Diego CA | 858-610-8784 |
| Scuderie Italia | San Diego CA | 858-352-6912 |
| Sheldons Service Station | La Mesa CA | 619-741-8577 |
| Clambake Catering | San Diego CA | 858-220-9247 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| Brigantine Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-743-4718 |
| Hash House A Go Go | San Diego CA | 951-764-0605 |
| Farm Fresh Meals | San Diego CA | 760-707-2383 |
| The Clean & Colorful Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-775-9005 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Del Mar Country Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-5500 x207 |
| Encontro North Park | San Diego CA | 310-955-6333 |
| Project Wildlife | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Galaxy Taco | La Jolla CA | 858-228-5655 |
| Sepulveda Meats & Provisions | San Diego CA | 619-501-1878 |
| Royal Polaris Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| Raki Raki (Little Italy) | San Diego CA | 858-302-6405 |
| The Wise Ox | San Diego CA | 619-851-0672 |
| Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-431-5323 |
| Chef Justin Snyder | Lakeside CA | 619-212-9990 |
| K&L Neighborhood Eateries | San Diego CA | 619-632-2824 |
| Collwood Terrace | San Diego CA | 619-287-2920 |
| Fishery - Bar | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Neighborhood Burger | San Diego CA | 619-446-0002 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern and Grill | Vista CA | 760-509-4424 |
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Cody's at the Cove | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0040 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 2 | Poway CA | 858-397-2922 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Royal Rooster | San Diego CA | 949-510-1379 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Larsen's Steakhouse - La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-886-7561 |
| Shogun Sportfishing | San Diego CA | 619-226-8030 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Miguel's Cocina Pt Loma | San Diego CA | 619-224-2401 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Marriott Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-369-6029 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Ketch Grill and Taps | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Beaumont's | San Diego CA | 858-459-0474 |
| Estancia Adobe | San Diego CA | 858-550-1000 |
| Pier Cafe 2021 | San Diego CA | 619-232-7277 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-316-7314 |
| Border X Brewing | San Diego CA | 858-405-0528 |
| Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar | Oceanside CA | 619-297-3100 |
| Cocina De Barrio | San Diego CA | 760-840-1129 |
| Great Maple La Jolla UTC | San Diego CA | 858-886-7403 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse 2020 | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
| Brewski's Bar | San Diego CA | 858-205-3788 |
| Social Tap | San Diego CA | 619-398-8938 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Mavericks Beach Club | San Diego CA | 858-999-0348 |
| Blue Box Butcher | San Diego CA | 520-204-2066 |
| Bobs Specialty Meats | Escondido CA | 760-839-6850 |
| Rosewood Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5886 |
| Pacifica Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-792-0505 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Miguel's Cocina Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 760-759-1843 |
| Puesto-La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-775-2289 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| PFC Fitness Camp | Carlsbad CA | 888-488-8936 |
| Ska Bar & Restaurant | San Diego CA | 925-487-2025 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Miguel's Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-298-9840 |
| Tender Greens-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-226-6254 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Green Acres Campus 2020 | San Diego CA | 858-450-9907 |
| Tribute Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-220-0030 |
| Uptown Tavern | San Diego CA | |
| Olive Tree Marketplace | San Diego CA | 619-224-0443 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Ocean Beach Surf Lodge | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Sisters Pizza | San Diego CA | 858-228-6822 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Parkhouse Eatery | San Diego CA | 619-295-7275 |
| Four Seasons Residence Club | Carlsbad CA | 760-603-6360 |
| Public House 131 | San Diego CA | 858-537-0890 |
| Open Gym-Craft Meals | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| The Butchery | San Diego CA | 858-345-1524 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 210 days ago, 9/24/20 Sharer's comments : White corn from Black Sheep 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 234 days ago, 8/31/20 Sharer's comments : Corn is still popping 🌽 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 245 days ago, 8/20/20 Sharer's comments : White Corn Still coming in 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 252 days ago, 8/13/20 Sharer's comments : White Corn still looking good. 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 259 days ago, 8/06/20 Sharer's comments : White Corn is in! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 266 days ago, 7/30/20 Sharer's comments : White Corn is still here! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 279 days ago, 7/17/20 Sharer's comments : Sweet White Corn in the Farmers Market! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 286 days ago, 7/10/20 Sharer's comments : White corn Black Sheep Farms! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 287 days ago, 7/09/20 Sharer's comments : Sweet White Corn coming in Hot 🌾 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 291 days ago, 7/05/20 Sharer's comments : Only the strongest survive! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 294 days ago, 7/02/20 Sharer's comments : Amazing white corn from Black Sheep, this customer knows the deal!!😎 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 294 days ago, 7/02/20 Sharer's comments : White Corn is White Hot!! 🌽 @specialtyproduce the quintessential summer vegetable! 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 297 days ago, 6/29/20 Sharer's comments : White Corn is in for 4th of July! 🌽🌽 💥 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 316 days ago, 6/10/20 Sharer's comments : Sweet White Corn 🌽 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 322 days ago, 6/04/20 Sharer's comments : Sweet White Corn 🌽 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 328 days ago, 5/29/20 Sharer's comments : Sweet White Corn is in! 
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock st. San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 333 days ago, 5/24/20 Sharer's comments : Fresh white corn from Black Sheep farm! 
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Divine Harvest Farm
Near Encinitas, California, United States661-525-2870 About 634 days ago, 7/28/19 
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Noriega Produce
Near Daly City, California, United States3821 Noriega Street San Francisco CA 94122 415-564-0370 About 649 days ago, 7/13/19 
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Takashimaya Basement Food Hall
Near Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan035-361-1111 About 658 days ago, 7/04/19 Sharer's comments : Takashimaya Food Hall and Market source fruits and vegetables grown in Japan and abroad. 
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Near Anaheim, California, United States1120 S. Anaheim Blvd Anaheim CA 92805 657-208-5201 About 670 days ago, 6/22/19 
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Stater Bros. Markets - Newport Blvd.
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States2180 Newport Blvd. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-646-2324 About 671 days ago, 6/21/19 
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Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 677 days ago, 6/15/19 Sharer's comments : Sweet White Corn!! In our Farmers Market Cooler |
