Sweet Corn Kernels in Cans by Ristoris
Ristoris Sweet Corn Kernels are ready-to-use golden corn kernels packed in a practical 300 g steel can (285 g drained), supplied in cartons of 12 cans. With a naturally sweet flavour and a crisp, juicy bite, they are a versatile pantry staple for professional kitchens: just drain and add to salads, bowls, pizzas, soups and side dishes. Simple ingredients (corn, water, salt), no allergens, 24-month ambient shelf life.
What Is Canned Sweet Corn
Sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata) is harvested young, when the kernels are still tender and full of natural sugars, then blanched and preserved in a light brine of water and salt. This gentle process locks in the bright colour, the crunch and the characteristic sweetness, giving food-service kitchens a consistent, year-round ingredient that needs no thawing and no preparation beyond draining.
The Producer: Ristoris
Ristoris Srl selects, processes and distributes Italian specialities from its base in Broni, in the province of Pavia (Lombardy). The company prioritises Italian raw materials whenever possible and processes them seasonally, from fresh product, in facilities certified to the most rigorous international standards (ISO, BRC, IFS). Its food-service range spans vegetables, pulses, sauces, oils and condiments built for pizzerias, restaurants, bars, delicatessens and pastry labs.
Sensory Profile
Bright golden-yellow kernels, uniform in size, with a firm, juicy texture and a clean, naturally sweet taste. The light brine keeps the corn crisp without masking its flavour, so it works equally well cold straight from the can or warmed through.
Technical Specifications
- Net weight 300 g, drained weight 285 g per can
- Carton of 12 cans
- Ingredients: sweet corn kernels, water, salt
- Energy 89 kcal / 373 kJ per 100 g drained; sugars 4.9 g; fibre 3.8 g; protein 2.9 g; salt 0.43 g
- Allergen-free, naturally gluten-free
- 24-month ambient shelf life; recyclable steel can (40 FE)
Professional Uses
- Mixed and grain salads: drain well and toss into Caesar, rice, farro or pasta salads for colour and a sweet crunch; allow roughly 40-50 g per portion.
- Pizza and focaccia toppings: scatter drained kernels over capricciosa, vegetarian or tuna-and-corn pizzas in the last minutes of baking to keep them juicy.
- Soups and chowders: add to minestrone, vegetable soups or a corn chowder; the fibre and natural sweetness balance acidic and spicy bases.
- Bowls and wraps: a staple for poke bowls, burritos, tacos and sandwiches, where the kernels add texture and a pop of sweetness.
- Warm side dishes: sauté with butter, peppers and herbs as a quick contorno, or fold into frittatas and savoury muffins.
Pairings
Sweet corn pairs naturally with tuna in olive oil, peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, beans and pulses, tuna or chicken, and fresh herbs such as parsley and coriander. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a few drops of vinegar are enough to turn drained kernels into a finished side.
Delivery and Logistics
B2B and B2C delivery throughout Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). As a shelf-stable ambient product, no cold chain is required: direct distribution across Zurich, Winterthur, Schaffhausen, St. Gallen, Frauenfeld, Aargau, Bern and Basel via the LAPA fleet, and 24-48 hour shipping for Ticino (Lugano, Mendrisio, Chiasso), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg), Valais (Sion, Martigny) and Graubünden (Chur, Davos) through partner couriers (Swiss Post PostPac, Planzer, Galliker). Cartons of 12 cans are ideal for building professional stock reserves.
Who It Is For
Designed for restaurants, pizzerias, bars and cafeterias, hotels, delicatessens, canteens, caterers, Italian grocery stores and private customers who want a reliable, ready-to-use sweet corn with a long ambient shelf life.
