Southern Fried Corn

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    255 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Southern Fried Corn

Southern Fried Corn is a simple sautéed corn dish cooked slowly with butter and red onion until the corn caramelizes slightly. Sweetened with agave nectar and seasoned with fine sea salt, it offers a balance of sweetness and savory flavors. The slow cooking draws out natural sugars, enriching the texture and flavor of the corn and onions.

Description

This recipe features corn cooked in butter with finely chopped red onion over medium-low heat to encourage caramelization without burning. The long cooking time of about 30 minutes, with frequent stirring, allows the corn kernels and onions to brown lightly, enhancing sweetness and developing depth in flavor. The addition of agave nectar before serving further complements the natural sweetness, while salt balances the dish.

The resulting dish has a tender texture with lightly browned edges and a subtle caramelized taste. It can be served hot as a side to complement rich mains or as part of Southern-inspired meals.

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Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 red onion finely chopped or minced
  • 16 ounces corn defrosted, frozen
  • 2 tablespoons agave nectar or honey, amber
  • 1 teaspoon salt fine sea salt

Instructions

  1. Heat the butter in a large, heavy bottom skillet or cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion, allowing to sweat for 4-5 minutes.
  2. Add the corn, continue to cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to cook evenly. The corn and onions should start to lightly brown and caramelize.
  3. Before serving, stir in the agave nectar and salt, mixing to combine. Serve immediately.
  4. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 255kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 37g (12%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 688mg (29%) Potassium 373mg (8%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 350IU (7%) Vitamin C 10.2mg (11%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 255 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 255kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 37g 12%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 688mg 29%
Potassium 373mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 350IU 7%
Vitamin C 10.2mg 11%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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