CORN, RED
| 10# Bag | $54.63 |
CORN, RED
REDPOS-10
Description:
This corn may be used to make Posole which is a traditional spicy corn stew that celebrates life's blessings! Corn (Maize)is an honored crop that was considered “a gift of the gods” by the Indians of Mexico. The Pueblo Indians and their ancestors the Anasazi relied on corn, beans, squash and chiles for sustenance. These early crops became firmly entrenched in the culture, forming the basis of New Mexican cuisine even before the Spanish arrived. These hearty kernels add a unique corn flavor to stews, soups and casseroles.
Ingredient Statement:
Dried Corn.
Product Description
Red Corn Posole has a deep red color and when cooked a soft, firm texture. It was originally known as Maize. Corn add eye appeal and a unique corn flavor to stews, soups and casseroles. Posole conjures up images of thick Mexican stews, often flavored with port. It works well in tomato soups or tossed with rice & spices.
Physical
Color: Reddish purple.
Flavor: Typical of corn.
Size: Approximately ½ inch in length, corn shaped.
Chemical
Moisture: N/A Sulfites: N/A Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Dried Corn.
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Bag in box, food grade paper bag or to customer specifications.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
Microbiological
SPC: <500,000 cfu / g
COLIFORM: <1000 cfu / g
YEAST: <1000 cfu / g
MOLD: <1000 cfu / g
Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
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Serving Size 100g (uncooked) Number of Servings |
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| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 365 | Calories from Fat 45 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
| Sodium 35mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74g | 25% |
| Dietary Fiber 7g | 28% |
| Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 9g | |
| Vitamin A | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0% |
| Calcium | 1% |
| Iron | 17% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | |
Red Corn is striking in corn chowder or corn casserole. Make a tasty dessert like Red Corn Pudding or a colorful vegetable pilaf with red corn, black beans and rice.
Recommended Preparation Instructions:
Soak overnight in water. Rinse corn, place in pan and cover with water. Simmer 2-3 hours until corn ‘bursts’ open. Add salt during last 15 minutes of cooking time. One cup dry yields 2¾ .cups cooked.