Although corn is commonly considered a vegetable, botanically it belongs to the cereal grains – closely related to millet, which also belongs to the grass family. It can be prepared in many ways: boiled, steamed, fried, roasted, or ground into flour.
2-star chef Alexander Herrmann shows you with his professional tips how to get the most out of corn – and discover our delicious corn recipes for every taste!
Corn knowledge
Corn is far more than just a basic food source for humans and animals. It is packed with valuable nutrients and fiber and provides important minerals such as potassium and magnesium. It is also rich in vitamins like vitamin C and folic acid.
Furthermore, corn is an excellent source of energy , as its high carbohydrate content provides long-lasting satiety.
approx. 93 kcal
approx. 1 g
approx. 16 g
approx. 20 mg
approx. 290 mg
approx. 2 mg
approx. 25 mg
approximately 10 mg
approx. 45 µg
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In this video, Alexander Herrmann shows you how to prepare pickled baby corn, which goes wonderfully with a hearty snack . All you need is vinegar, water, white wine, sugar, and one wonder ingredient that provides that extra umami flavor : the spice blend Vadouvan. Enjoy!
Fancy a flavor explosion? Baby corn, fried in brown butter and refined with chili, spring onion, lemon and honey – an incomparably aromatic experience! Alexander Herrmann recommends it on its own as a snack, in salads or as an accompaniment to turkey.
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THINGS TO KNOW
Corn doesn't just come in yellow, but also in blue, red, purple, and even rainbow colors. Its colors are caused by plant pigments such as anthocyanins.
Three different ways, three times delicious: These stuffed potatoes show just how versatile this tuber can be. Whether hearty, spicy, or Mediterranean – there's something for everyone. Perfect as a main course, side dish, or for sharing.
