Batik Corn

Dear loyal readers,

I have been suffering from heat rash for the past two weeks and most of my body is covered with red rashes including my hands and fingers. To say that it's uncomfortably itchy would be an understatement.  This is a common disorder in hot and humid tropical climates.  I have been advised by my dermatologist to avoid engaging in activities that cause perspiration since it leads to heat rash.  So that means no cooking since I live in a small place that heats up rather quickly when I work in the kitchen.

I have been living on fruits and instant noodles since my condition started.  Instead of writing about noodles with peas and carrots that resemble dyed Styrofoam in their dehydrated state, I'd rather share my latest discovery with you. 

I speak free of any hyperbole when I say that I just found the prettiest looking corn that I have ever seen in my entire life known as "batik corn."

I found these pearlescent kernels that represents every shade of the violet spectrum, ranging from blue violet to pink to gray violet and every violet in between  at the supermarket today.  It's like seeing the contents of my paintbox on a cob.

I've been searching the net and asking people about this batik corn and haven't had much success.  Most of the shoppers at the supermarket were as curious and puzzled as I was. 

So, what does it taste like, you ask?  It's not as sweet as yellow corn.  It's waxy, chewy and definitely not as juicy as it looks.  Unfortunately, the taste isn't as impressive as its appearance. 

As for the color, it has no effect on the corn's taste. The colors are "skin deep," it does not penetrate into the kernels. The inside of the kernels are of a creamy color like the second photo above.

If any of you readers out there happen to know more about this batik corn, please email or leave any piece of information in the comment box below.  It would be greatly appreciated.

I hope you enjoyed the visual treat.