Authentic Peruvian Snack: Experience the unique taste and texture of Giant Peruvian Inca Corn, a traditional South American delicacy that offers a distinctly different snacking experience from ordinary corn nuts with its large, crunchy kernels
Perfectly Salted Crunch: Each kernel is carefully seasoned with just the right amount of salt to enhance the natural corn flavor while delivering a satisfying, crispy crunch that makes this an addictive snack for any time of day
Generous Size: This 8-ounce package provides plenty of crunchy Inca corn to enjoy throughout the week, perfect for sharing at gatherings, packing in lunches, or keeping on hand for whenever cravings strike
Unique Texture: The giant kernels are significantly larger than regular corn, offering a hearty, substantial bite with a firm yet satisfying crunch that sets this snack apart from typical corn-based products
Versatile Snacking: Enjoy these crunchy kernels straight from the bag as a standalone snack, add them to trail mixes for extra texture, sprinkle over salads for a unique topping, or serve as an interesting appetizer at parties
If you've ever been to a bar, or shopped at a convenience store, chances are you've had corn nuts. These are not those corn nuts. These are different, from start to finish. Soup to nuts, if you will. Trader Joe's GIANT Peruvian Inca Corn are a decidedly South American take on the corn nut, with roots dating back to the Incas themselves. Way back in the days of the Incan empire (approx. mid-15th-mid-16th centuries), toasted corn was a common snack. The Incas experimented widely with corn. They hybridized and cross-bred varieties to create bigger, more flavorful kernels. The white Peruvian corn used in our GIANT Peruvian Inca Corn is known as Choclo or Cuzco, and is a direct descendent of the varieties created and cultivated by the Incas. It's grown in Peru's Sacred Valley of the Incas, and it really is GIANT! In fact, the kernels are five times the size of the average North American corn kernels. When toasted, the corn takes on a nutty flavor, and the size of the kernels translates to GIANT crunch! We've added a little salt to round out the flavor. You don't need to be in a bar to enjoy them, but they do pair nicely with a cold beer.