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Hungarian TikTok User Discovers Bizarre Corn: What Is This Mystery Growth?

A Hungarian TikTok user, known as @catxiety_life, recently shared a video documenting a surprising discovery while preparing corn. The video shows an ear of corn with an atypical appearance, featuring large, grey, swollen kernels interspersed with a few normal yellow ones. A small worm was also observed on the cob. The user expressed considerable shock and confusion in the video, repeatedly questioning the nature of the unusual growth. "Holy shit, what is this??" the user exclaimed, adding, "I've never seen anything like this in my life." The video quickly garnered significant attention, with viewers speculating on the identity of the mysterious corn. Experts suggest that the unusual growth is likely corn smut, or Ustilago maydis, a fungal pathogen that infects corn. While often considered a disease in many parts of the world, corn smut, known as huitlacoche in Mexico, is a prized delicacy. It is characterized by its earthy, mushroom-like flavor and is used in various culinary applications. The presence of the worm is a separate, though common, occurrence in fresh produce. The user later updated their video description, stating they had learned the answer from their parents, though the specific explanation was not detailed in the public video.

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