Organic Corn from OrganicSiri®
Maize is a widely consumed food that is both a vegetable and a full grain. As sweetcorn or as popcorn, it can be eaten whole, or can be processed into chips, oil and syrup. Additionally they have a long list of health benefits.
Scientific name
Zea mays
Nutrition
Fresh corn is mostly made up of carbohydrates and has high fiber content. It also contains a considerable amount of low-quality protein. Vitamins B, C, magnesium and potassium are all present in it. Plant compounds found in it have been associated to a reduced incidence of disease. It has abundant in fiber.
How to use Corn
It is likely to please whether served on the cob or off the cob; with or without the husk; grilled, roasted, or boiled. Makka can be used in a lot of different dishes, steamed corn is a popular snack. It can be spiced and seasoned with different flavors and cooked with a combination of vegetables. They are used in a variety of famous curries like crispy corn, mixed kurma, salads and soups.
Cultivation highlights
For a good yield the crop requires deep loose well drained soil that is rich in organic matter. To maintain the crop free of borers, considerable effort is required. Mokka Jonna from OrganicSiri are grown in our own farms organically without use of fertilizers or chemicals. At OrganicSiri, we grow all our crops in our own farms organically without use of fertilizers or chemicals.
Storage
Remove the husk only if absolutely necessary; otherwise, store it in a sealed plastic bag in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator, unwashed and unpeeled. This way it will be usable for roughly five to seven days. If you plan to store it for longer duration, remove the kernels off the cob and place them on a kitchen towel to dry. The kernels can then be easily transferred into a dish or plastic bag. Place in a freezer bag with a zip-top closure.
Availability
They can be grown during all seasons; they are best grown during the monsoon season. We plan growing of mokka jonna meticulously to be available throughout the year.
How to buy Organic Corn
We deliver fresh organic vegetables, organic fruits and organic staples across Hyderabad. Here is how to order online: How to order organic food?
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