Corn on the Cob 2 Ears Frozen
Prepared from fresh sound immature cobs of the species Zea Mays. They should be frozen by an appropriate freezing process which ensures stability of colour and flavour. The product temperature should be not warmer than 18oC.
The quick frozen corn on the cobs should be practically free from defects possess a very good colour and flavour with the kernels at the milk stage of maturity.
Cob length 130 mm +/- 2mm
Cob diameter 49-52 mm
The grade of a lot will be determined on individual samples each consisting of 6 cobs randomly taken from the lot in accordance with approved sampling plans. All the cobs shall be used to assess all the defects after the sample has been thawed.
Product code: ZVE001
Ingredients:
Corn Cob (100%)
Directions for use:
COOKING METHODS
Boiling: 2 frozen corncobs taken from the 6-cob sample shall be added to sufficient boiling water to cover them. When the water has returned to the boil the corncobs shall be simmered for 10 minutes. When cooked the cobs shall be drained then placed in a suitable container for the assessment of colour flavour and texture.
Microwave: Place 2 frozen corncobs in a non-metallic dish add 2-3 x 15ml (2-3 tbsp) water cover and microwave on full power according to the table below:
Microwave Cook on full power Stir Cook on full power
650W or Category B 5 minutes Remove cover and turn re-cover 5 minutes
750W or Category B 4 ½ minutes Remove cover and turn re-cover 4 ½ minutes
850W or Category E 4 ½ minutes Remove cover and turn re-cover 4 minutes
For microwaves of different wattage and different sample sizes cooking times shall be adjusted accordingly.
Storage instructions:
Keep frozen store at -18ºC or below
