How to boil maize(Indian corn)?

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I bought some maize(also known as Indian corn or flint corn). Do you boil it just like regular corn on the cob? If so, how long do you boil the corn?

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Best Answer

Flint corn has a very hard outer layer to it. If it's mature and dried, you may need to simmer it for some time, then attempt to work the hull off.

There was an episode of 'My Grandmother's Ravioli', where they made an indian corn soup. The recipe posted online calls for nixtamalization:

Remove the corn kernels from each ear by using your thumb to push kernels up and off the cob. Heat a large cast-iron pot over medium-high heat. Add the kernels, the hardwood ash and water to cover by 4 inches. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 hour, or until most of the hulls have fallen off the kernels. Strain through a drying screen or colander. Rinse the corn with fresh water until all the ash is removed and the water runs clear.



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Quick Answer about "How to boil maize(Indian corn)?"

  • Heat oil over medium heat. Add 2-3 kernels of corn to the heated skillet until they pop.
  • Add enough kernels to barely cover the bottom of the pan. Cover.
  • Once popping stops, remove the pan from heat and enjoy!


    • How do you boil Indian corn?

    Instructions
  • In a pressure cooker heat three glasses of water and then add butter cube.
  • Add 3 washed and cleaned corn cobs in the water.
  • Cover the cooker with the lid, and on full flame, let it cook for 4 whistles.
  • Turn off the flame and let it cool.
  • Remove the corn cobs from the cooker into a plate.


    • How long do you boil Indian corn?

    Heat a large cast-iron pot over medium-high heat. Add the kernels, the hardwood ash and water to cover by 4 inches. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 hour, or until most of the hulls have fallen off the kernels. Strain through a drying screen or colander.

    How long should maize be boiled?

    Steps
  • Remove the outer cover and place the maize in a cooking pot and add 4 cups of water and salt then cover.
  • Then put over high heat and let it cook for 40 minutes. Using a sharp knife poke the maize to see if tender or soft.
  • If soft remove from heat and serve.


    • Can you boil and eat Indian corn?

    Yes, you can eat Indian Corn! Read how to harvest and grind the colorful corn into flour, to use it as popcorn, and how it evolved into Modern Sweet Corn.


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    Answer 2

    Hello and welcome to Seasoned Advice! Indian corn can be boiled like regular corn on the cob if you get it while it is young and still tender and juicy. Regarding cooking time, like any other corn it will depend on the size of the ears.

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