Baby Corn In Chinese Food

Growing and harvesting baby corn is all in the details.

Baby corn in chinese food.

Baby corn the miniature vegetable that often stars in chinese stir fry dishes is not commonly grown in the united states. And it s not only corn we enjoy in miniature form. Stir to coat well cover and microwave on high heat 4 to 5 minutes. Baby corn is mildly sweet and has a satisfying snap to it.

Seeds are sown in spring and are cultivated like regular sweet corns. Tom perkins via getty images. Stir once halfway through cooking. In a small bowl combine the corstarch with 1 tablespoon of water stirring to dissolve the cornstarch completely.

Many regular corn varieties have been used to grow baby corns but often resulting in baby corns in relatively poor quality. Corn ears should be picked for vegetable use within 5 days when silking. The little guys usually only a few inches long are commonly used in asian cuisine including stir fries curries and noodle dishes. If a dish lacks texture baby corn provides a pleasant crunch without an overpowering flavor.

Tender and sweet baby corns are often used in chinese dishes and salads. In a one quart microwavable casserole combine all the ingredients except the cornstarch sesame oil and vinegar.