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.

1. HISTORY OF
POPCORN

2. 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 can’t dry out.

3. 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? That’s 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.

4. 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 it’s that popping pressure that causes
a failure in the outer skin of the kernel.

5. 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, doesn’t 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 don’t 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?

6. For All Enquiries
 Website : www.popcorn.com.au
 Address : 38 Prosperity Way, Dandenong South, VIC, 3175
 Phone : (03) 8787 0999