Skillet Corn Side Dish
Nothing screams summer quite like fresh corn off the cob, or sweet, juicy summer corn. In this skillet corn side dish recipe, I will show you how to elevate this simple vegetable into a dish your family will love and crave!
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Skillet Corn Side Dish
Skillet corn is a great compliment to beans or protein of any kind! We have used this recipe to accompany BBQ chicken and baked beans, tacos, and refried beans. Another way to serve this side dish is with taco salad. It’s one of our family’s favorite side dishes, and I hope it’ll become your new summer favorite too!
Corn is so versatile that it can be incorporated into soups, casseroles, skillet meals, or served in many ways on its own. I’ve found that preparing corn in a skillet is our favorite way to enjoy this food! The skillet cooks the corn perfectly, yielding the best texture and bringing out just the right amount of flavor.
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Benefits of Corn
Corn is one of those vegetables we’ve all grown up with and see everywhere. It’s such a common vegetable that you may not even know that it offers health benefits! While we should be skeptical of corn by-products, allow me to share some benefits of the real grain, whole kernel corn!
- Offers eye protection through antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin
- A naturally gluten-free food ideal for celiac or gluten sensitivities
- Complex carbohydrate, good energy source, ideal for stabilizing blood sugar
- Rich in fiber, B vitamins, and potassium
- Supports heart health and aids in digestion
Corn in its natural, original state, especially when grown organically, is great for most diets and bodies. However, beware of highly refined corn products (which are not healthy), such as corn syrup, corn oil, and heavily processed foods like chips.
How to Make Skillet Corn
First, add your oil or butter to a skillet. Then add frozen or fresh corn.
Note: for this recipe, I use frozen corn because it cooks more quickly. Fresh corn may be used, but you may need to adjust the cooking time and add a little moisture to help it cook.
Next, allow the corn to cook uncovered for about 5 minutes, which will allow the corn to thaw completely.
After approximately 5 minutes, add your taco seasoning and crank up the heat. This is what allows the corn to slightly brown and turn a nice, crisp, golden color. Stir often to prevent the corn from sticking to the skillet and burning.
Finally, when the corn is heated through and caramelized, remove it from the heat and add fresh cilantro.
Now you’re ready to enjoy your beautiful side dish! I hope you’ll make it often!
Below you’ll find some recipes that incorporate all that delicious, fresh, yellow summer corn. As well as some great gluten-free recipes using cornmeal.
other recipes you might enjoy:
Skillet Corn Side Dish
Ingredients
- 2 pounds frozen corn
- 1-2 Tbsp. butter or olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning or make your own
- 1 packet Stevia or 1 tsp. of sugar
- garnish with fresh or dried cilantro
Instructions
- Add your oil to a large skillet and add the frozen corn.
- Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes to allow the corn to defrost.
- Now add all the seasonings and turn up the heat a bit to get a nice golden color to the corn. Mix the corn often, so that all corn kernels can get toasty! Then, you know it’s done!
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