Skillet Fried Corn
Transform your summer side dishes with this irresistible Skillet Fried Corn, a quick and easy recipe bursting with fresh, buttery flavor! Made with sweet corn kernels sautéed to golden perfection in unsalted butter, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet, thanks to a touch of granulated sugar. Enhance the flavor with optional crispy bacon and a splash of heavy cream for a luxuriously creamy finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this skillet-cooked delight is an ideal accompaniment to barbecues, roasted meats, or Sunday dinners. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing side dish, this skillet fried corn is the ultimate way to celebrate the natural sweetness of fresh corn.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh sweet corn (husked and kernels removed)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 slices bacon (optional, cooked and crumbled)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional for creamier corn)
Instructions
Husk the fresh sweet corn and use a sharp knife to carefully cut the kernels from the cob. Set aside 4 cups of kernels.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until it begins to foam.
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly in melted butter.
If using, stir in the crumbled bacon for added flavor.
Sprinkle the granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper over the corn. Stir well to combine.
Cook the corn over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 to 12 minutes, until the corn is tender and lightly golden in spots.
If you prefer a creamier dish, stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking. Allow it to thicken slightly before removing from heat.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Serve the skillet fried corn warm as a delicious side dish for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.6 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 1924 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.5 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2293 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
