Fried Corn aka Southern Fried Corn Recipe

Fried Corn is simple and the recipe utilizes either fresh organic corn on the cob or canned organic corn.

Recipe by Ginny McMeans on July 7, 2023

Prep time: PT10M

Cook time: PT20M

Total time: PT30M

Rating

5 stars (6 reviews)

Fried Corn, summer corn recipes, summer fruit salad

Peel the husks from each ear of corn and remove any corn silks that are clinging to the kernels. Trim the ends of the cobs if necessary for easier handling.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice all of the fresh corn kernels off of each corn cob. I like to do this right into a large bowl, but you can work on a cutting board if you prefer. Once the kernels are removed, run the back of the knife blade along each cob, pressing down so as to squeeze the flavorful juices out of the cob and into the bowl with the kernels.
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat, then add the corn kernels and the sugar. Cook over medium heat without stirring for about 5 minutes, until the corn is lightly golden.
Use a spatula to flip the corn over and continue cooking for another 5 minutes. Then use the spatula to scrape the bottom of the pan, lifting any golden-brown caramelization. Add the salt, pepper, and dairy free milk and increase the heat to high.
Allow the corn and dairy free milk to come to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Cook for another 10 minutes, until most of the liquid is gone and the corn is creamy and moist.
Taste and adjust the seasonings as desired, then enjoy your southern fried corn while hot.

Mark on 2021-12-23 (5 stars):
I made this with sunflower oil, which worked great. Quite delicious and satisfying.
Vicki on 2018-10-22 (5 stars):
Corn is so delicious I can even eat it fresh right off the cob but this was such a nice and different recipe. It made me think of my grandmother and I thank you.