Corn Nuts 1kg

Toasted Corn

There is something incredibly satisfying about a properly crunchy snack, and Corn Nuts 1kg certainly deliver. Made from toasted corn kernels and lightly salted to enhance their natural flavour, these golden bites offer a distinctive crunch that makes them equally enjoyable straight from the bowl or incorporated into recipes.

Popular throughout Latin America and increasingly found in modern snack mixes and sharing platters, toasted corn adds texture as much as flavour. Their robust crunch holds up well in salads, grain bowls and soups, making them a useful ingredient for adding contrast to softer dishes. At i4C, we also like using crushed corn nuts as a coating for chicken, fish and vegetables, creating an extra-crispy finish that's packed with flavour.

Key Features:

• 1kg pack
• Made from toasted corn kernels
• Lightly salted
• Distinctive crunchy texture
• Suitable for snacking and cooking
• Popular in sharing platters and snack mixes
• Long-lasting pantry ingredient
• Versatile savoury topping and garnish

Recipe Inspiration:

• Sprinkle over tacos with avocado, salsa and fresh coriander for added crunch and texture.
• Scatter over a Mexican-style salad with black beans, sweetcorn and lime dressing.
• Crush and use as a coating for chicken goujons or fish fillets before baking or frying.
• Add to a homemade snack mix with nuts, pretzels and roasted chickpeas for entertaining and sharing.

Why are toasted corn kernels popular in modern recipes?

Toasted corn kernels provide a unique texture that remains crunchy for longer than many other toppings. This makes them particularly useful in salads, soups and grain bowls where texture plays an important role.

Which cuisines commonly use toasted corn?

Toasted corn is widely enjoyed across South America, particularly in Peru, Ecuador and parts of the Andes region, where it is often served alongside meals or used as a crunchy garnish.

Can corn nuts be used as a breadcrumb alternative?

Yes. When crushed, toasted corn kernels create a coarse, flavourful coating that can be used on meat, fish and vegetables, offering a different texture from traditional breadcrumbs.

Ingredients:

Corn, sunflower oil, salt. Allergen Statement On Pack: may contain NUTS. Additional allergen information SULPHITES are handled on the same production line. allergen control in place for SULPHITES.

Allergens are highlighted in BOLD.

Please be aware that ingredients, including allergens, are subject to change. At Infusions4chefs, we consistently update our product database and strive to provide accurate allergen information for each product. If you have concerns about allergens, we strongly advise checking the product label before using it.