What causes corn to pop?

Table of Contents:

1. What causes corn to pop?
2. Will any corn pop?
3. Why is popping popcorn a physical change?
4. Which is better white or yellow popping corn?
5. How do you clean a Whirley Pop?
6. Does cold popcorn pop better?
7. Can you pop popcorn in a wok?

What causes corn to pop?

As the kernel heats up, the water expands, building pressure against the hard starch surface. Eventually, this outer layer gives way, causing the popcorn to explode. As it explodes, the soft starch inside the popcorn becomes inflated and bursts, turning the kernel inside out.

Will any corn pop?

The corn at your local grocery is called sweet corn, and it won't pop. Neither will field corn, the type used in foods such as tortilla chips. Only the kernels from popcorn cobs will pop. ... As pressure builds, the kernels ultimately explode and the hulls are turned inside out.

Why is popping popcorn a physical change?

When popcorn is popped, liquid inside the kernel is changed to steam. Pressure from the steam builds up inside the kernel. When the pressure reached a critical stage the kernel pops turning itself inside out. This is a physical change.

Which is better white or yellow popping corn?

If you want a smaller, more tender popcorn flake, use white kernels. Yellow kernels will give you larger, fluffier flakes that are sturdy.

How do you clean a Whirley Pop?

How should I clean my popper? When making Real Sugar Glazed Popcorn or Gourmet Recipes: We recommend cleaning popper with warm soapy water. When making Real Theater Popcorn or Traditional (popcorn & oil): You can wipe out the popper with paper towels or use warm soapy water.

Does cold popcorn pop better?

What matters most for successful popping is the moisture content of the kernel. Freezing the popcorn locks the moisture in, while the kernels may dry out more if left in room temperature.

Can you pop popcorn in a wok?

Place the oil and a few kernels of the popcorn in a 14-inch lidded wok, cover and place over medium heat. ... Cover, turn the heat to medium-low, and cook, shaking the wok constantly, until you no longer hear the kernels popping against the lid.