Spiced Corn with Coconut
Brighten up your dinner table with the tropical flair of Spiced Corn with Coconut—a vibrant side dish bursting with color, flavor, and aromatic spices. This simple yet elegant recipe combines the natural sweetness of fresh or frozen corn kernels with the creamy richness of coconut milk, complemented by a harmonious blend of turmeric, cumin, and red chili flakes for just the right touch of warmth and spice. Minced garlic and optional green chili enhance the savory depth, while a final garnish of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime brings a refreshing zest. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknight meals or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering. Ideal keywords: spiced corn recipe, coconut milk corn, turmeric spiced side dish, tropical corn recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 piece Green chili (optional, finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the turmeric powder, ground cumin, and red chili flakes to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds to release the aromas of the spices.
If using, stir in the finely chopped green chili for an extra spicy kick.
Add the sweet corn kernels to the skillet and stir to coat evenly with the spices. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk and mix well. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the coconut milk thickens and coats the corn.
Season with salt to taste and stir well.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Serve warm with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.1 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.3 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1311 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.1 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2401 mg | 51% | |
*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.
