The good folks at Food52 have put together a quick guide on the things you need to watch for when buying corn. And if it's a full husk, the tassels can be a giveaway based on their look and feel.
- Look for teensy brown holes in the husk, especially towards the top. Those are wormholes, and, naturally, worms are best avoided.
- Feel the kernels through the husk. You want to make sure that they're plump and plentiful; if you can feel holes where kernels should be, then choose another.
- Look for tassels (those things sticking up out of the top) that are brown and sticky to the touch. If they're dry or black, then it's an old ear of corn.
- Check out the color of the husk. If it's a bright green and tightly wrapped against the cob, then the corn is fresh. (In some cases, it will even feel slightly damp.)
When you are back home and need to shuck that corn, microwave for four minutes and cut one end off. It'll slide right out.
How To Choose An Ear Of Corn (Without Peeking) | Food52
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