Southern Fried Corn
Hey, y’all! I'm back with my favorite summer side, Southern Fried Corn! This isn't your average creamed corn. My method creates the perfect texture and flavor. I'll show you my easy hack for getting all the husks and silks off and the method my grandmother taught me for scraping the cobs to get all that great corn flavor out. Then, we'll fry it up low and slow in bacon grease and butter to get tons of fantastic flavor. The result is sweet, smoky, buttery corn with the perfect crunch. Get the full, printable recipe: https://southernbite.com/southern-fried-corn/ How to Save Bacon Grease: https://youtu.be/sIdHVYX1dPU Amazon Influencer Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/southernbite/list/8OXQ8B0F1ZTJ
Ingredients
- 8 earsfresh sweet corn (i prefer the silver queen variety)
- 2 tablespoonsbacon grease (not necessary but sure makes a big difference)
- 4 tablespoonsbutter, divided (or 6 if you’re not using bacon grease)
- salt & pepper
Directions
- 1
With your corn shucked and cleaned, place it standing up in a large bowl or pan in your sink. (Cutting corn off the cob is quite a task and a messy one at that. I think it’s best to do it in the sink. You’ll thank me later when it’s time to clean up.) Run a sharp knife down the cob cutting the kernels off.
- 2
Next, we’re going to scrape all the starch and “goody” out of the remaining kernels. This is what gives fried corn it’s unique texture and flavor. Simply turn the back of your knife nearly perpendicular to the cob and scrape down the sides.
- 3
Heat a skillet (preferably cast iron – I always use my great-grandmother’s – it’s one of my most prized possessions – it’s second to be grabbed in case of a fire after my kid) over medium heat and add bacon grease and two tablespoons of butter (or 4 tablespoons of butter if you’re not using the bacon grease – but you should use the bacon grease). Once melted, add corn. Salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Reduce the heat to medium low and stir frequently, cooking for 20 to 30 minutes - or until it's cooked to your liking. Immediately before removing from heat, add remaining butter and stir until melted.