History of popcorn

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HISTORY OF POPCORN
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WHAT IS POPCORN?

• Corn cobs are where corn kernels derive. When a
  kernel is heated, the water inside turns to steam
  which causes it to explode. If the kernel is too
  dry, it will not pop, which would be why unpopped
  kernels are found at the bottom of a cooked
  batch. If you purchase corn kernels to make your
  own popcorn, make sure you keep it stored in a
  sealed container so it cant dry out.

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TYPES OF CORN

• Did you know that there are 6 main varieties of
  corn, and that about 12 of corn ends up in food
  that is consumed? Thats right there are 6 types
  of corn that are available today. These are
• Popping Corn Popping corn, also known as Zea
  Mays, is often mistaken for its similar look to
  Sweet Yellow Corn.
• Sweet Yellow Corn Sweet corn is what most
  people think of when you talk about corn.
• Flour Corn It has soft kernels that are made up
  of starch content which makes them very easy to
  grind and as such has been used in baked goods
  and lots of other goods we consume.
• Dent Corn This type of corn is used as
  livestock feed as well as making corn syrup. It
  is also used in industrial products like ethanol
  for fuel, beverages and sanitizers.

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Popcorn Shapes

• Did you know that there are two shapes of
  popcorn, there is the butterfly and the mushroom.
  In both types, what happens when the heated
  popcorn, is that its that popping pressure that
  causes a failure in the outer skin of the kernel.

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NUTRITIONAL VALUE

• Popcorn nuti facts Air-popped and eaten plain,
  popcorn is low in calories and fat and high in
  fiber and beneficial antioxidants, especially
  when compared to other common snack foods.
• Air-Popped Popcorn Freshly air-popped popcorn,
  with no additives like salt, sugar, flavourings,
  butter, doesnt contain many calories at all and
  the great thing is that its low in fat and
  carbohydrates.
• Microwave Popcorn You can get your microwave
  popcorn at your local supermarket of convenience
  store. It is truly a hassle-free alternative for
  having freshly popped popcorn, for those people
  who dont enjoy using an air popper.
• What else can you use popcorn for?
• Why not string some popcorn next time you
  decorate your Christmas tree? Sending a package
  in the mail or by courier? Why not use air-
  popped corn to protect your fragile items?

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For All Enquiries

• Website www.popcorn.com.au
• Address 38 Prosperity Way, Dandenong South,
  VIC, 3175
• Phone [phone]