Southern Fried Corn
Bring the taste of the South to your table with this irresistible Southern Fried Corn recipe! Featuring sweet, juicy corn kernels sautéed in a skillet with crispy bacon, rich butter, and aromatic onion and garlic, this dish delivers a mouthwatering blend of flavors in every bite. A touch of sugar enhances the natural sweetness of the corn, while a hint of black pepper adds just the right kick. Simmered to perfection, the corn becomes tender and infused with the smoky, savory essence of bacon. This easy and fast side dish, ready in just 35 minutes, is perfect for weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or holiday gatherings. For extra freshness and color, top it with a sprinkle of parsley before serving. Whether made with fresh or frozen corn, Southern Fried Corn is a comforting classic that’ll steal the spotlight at any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn (or frozen corn kernels)
- 4 pieces bacon slices
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Shuck the corn and remove all silks. Cut the kernels off the cob by standing the ear on its end in a large bowl and carefully slicing downward with a sharp knife.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble once cooled.
In the same skillet with the bacon grease, add the butter and melt over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the corn kernels, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Stir in the crumbled bacon and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1978 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1357 mg | 29% | |
*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.
