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Fried Corn
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Southern Fried Corn Recipe

Boost corn's natural sweetness with this recipe for Fried Corn—golden kernels bursting with juice are caramelized to add depth and richness to a Southern staple.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 227kcal
Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels about 8 ears
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Melt half of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until they start to turn golden and the natural sugars begin to caramelize, about 10 minutes.
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  • Season the corn with salt and pepper, then add the remaining butter. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the corn to become fully tender.
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  • Give the corn a final taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve the fried corn hot, straight from the skillet. DEVOUR!
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Nutrition

Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 605mg | Potassium: 398mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 627IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg