Super Simple Boiled Corn Recipe (Diabetic-Friendly!)
How to Boil Corn Without Sugar
Worried about enjoying corn due to diabetes? This recipe teaches you how to boil corn to perfection, bringing out its natural sweetness and chewy texture without any added sugar. It’s easy for anyone to follow with simple ingredients and steps. Plus, we include a bonus tip on how to utilize the corn silk! Make this healthy and delicious summer snack right now!
Key Ingredients- 5 fresh ears of corn
Seasoning- 1/4 tsp sea salt (coarse salt)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt (coarse salt)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Carefully peel the outer husks from the corn ears. You’ll find a surprising amount of husk, so have a designated spot ready to collect them.
Step 2
Don’t discard the corn silk you remove! Wash it thoroughly, dry it well, and save it to make a fragrant corn silk tea. It’s good for your health and tastes wonderful.
Step 3
In a pot with some depth, add 700ml of clean water. Put in the 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt and dissolve it completely over high heat. The salt helps to enhance the corn’s natural sweetness.
Step 4
Place the prepared corn into the salted water, ensuring they are about halfway submerged. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once the water starts to vigorously boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to simmer for about 40 minutes. The exact cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size of the corn and the amount of water in the pot. The corn should be perfectly cooked by the time the water at the bottom of the pot has nearly evaporated! It’s incredibly simple, isn’t it?
Step 5
I skewered the cooked corn onto chopsticks for my husband to hold easily. Even though they look a little rustic, the kernels are plump and abundant! Without artificial sweeteners, the corn’s natural chewy and nutty flavor truly shines, making it an excellent snack. I also opted for one corn cob and one peach for my dinner tonight, which felt like a satisfying and healthy choice. You don’t have to completely avoid foods if you have diabetes. With proper portion control and healthy cooking methods, you can still enjoy delicious meals! Let’s have a healthy summer with tasty summer corn!
