Small baby sweet corn cobs
86 kcal per 100 g
Category: Cereals and Grains
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Calories | 86 kcal |
| Protein | 3.2g |
| Carbohydrates | 19g |
| Sugars | 6.3g |
| Total fats | 1.2g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
Vitamins and minerals
Description
Small baby sweet corn cobs are tender and young sweet corn cobs, harvested when the kernels are still in their softest and juiciest phase. This ingredient is characterized by its compact size and delicately sweet flavor, making them perfect for adding texture and a touch of natural sweetness to various culinary preparations.
Sweet corn originated in Mesoamerica, where it was cultivated by pre-Columbian civilizations thousands of years ago. Baby cobs are a selected form especially valued for their freshness and ease of use in recipes that seek to highlight fresh and natural ingredients.
Regarding their properties, small baby sweet corn cobs provide dietary fiber, B vitamins, and antioxidants. Their low fat content and moderate carbohydrate contribution make them ideal for healthy and balanced recipes.
In different Hispanic American countries, these small bundles may also be known as little sweet corn cobs, mini corn cobs, or simply baby corn, a term that, although also used for a different type (the still undeveloped tender corn), can vary by region. It is always advisable to clarify that it refers to the miniature version of sweet corn to avoid confusion.