Fried Corn Recipe

This fried corn recipe is so simple, yet so delicious. It's made with super sweet corn fried in buttery deliciousness to give it the most addictive texture. Every scoop of this Southern fried corn is a warm, flavorful experience that you'll want to have again and again!

The Best Fried Corn Recipe

If you've never had classic Southern fried corn before, you've got to try this fried corn recipe! It's an irresistible side dish that can be paired with anything. But honestly, it's so good you'll want to eat it all by itself!

The juicy and golden corn kernels are cooked in melted butter and seasoned with salt and pepper and a touch of sugar for sweetness. All of these ingredients blend together to make a mouth-watering side that is always the talk of the party.

I mean, which Southern recipes aren't?

You can serve fried corn with this fried chicken without buttermilk or Southern meatloaf for the ultimate Southern-style comfort food meal.

Why This Recipe Works

Quick and easy. All you have to do for this Southern fried corn recipe is add the ingredients into a hot cast iron skillet and cook them for a few minutes. It's foolproof!

A winning combination. This perfect fried corn recipe brings all the flavors. The perfect ratio of butter, salt, pepper, and sugar creates the tastiest sweet corn you'll ever have.

It's a hit with everyone. Seriously, even people who don't typically like corn love this recipe. So it's the perfect thing to make for get-togethers with family and friends!

Ingredients

Not only is this recipe delicious, but it's made with only a handful of basic household ingredients. Odds are you already have everything you need to make it at home! 

Check out what you need to make fried corn:

• 2 cups canned sweet corn, drained
• 3 cups water
• 2 tbsp. flour
• 2 tbsp. granulated sugar
• salt and pepper
• 3 tbsp. butter
• Fresh cilantro, chopped

If you have these ingreidents, you almost have everything you need to make this corn casserole without Jiffy. You'll want to give that a try whenever you need a more filling corn recipe.

How To Make Fried Corn

1. Mix the corn: Add the corn, water, flour, sugar, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Mix until everything is well combined and the flour has fully dissolved.

2. Fry the corn: Heat a cast iron skillet to medium-high heat and melt the butter in it. Add the sweet corn mixture to the hot skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until it reaches a creamy consistency. You'll need to cook it for about 12-15 minutes.

3. Serve: As soon as the corn is creamy, garnish it with fresh cilantro and serve warm with fried chicken, mashed potatoes, or anything you want. Enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Cook bacon in the cast iron skillet first, then use the bacon grease or bacon drippings in place of the butter. The bacon grease adds a little extra flavor, and the bacon will add some heartiness to the corn.
• Use thawed frozen corn kernels to make this recipe more convenient. 
• Add some cayenne pepper or hot sauce to add a kick to this fried corn recipe.
• Top the corn with some shredded cheese or parmesan cheese to add a different flavor element.

How To Store Fried Corn

In the fridge: I doubt you'll have any leftovers of this classic Southern side dish. But, if you do, transfer the corn to an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for 4-5 days.

In the freezer: Transfer the leftover corn to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Reheating: Put the corn back on the stovetop with a bit of butter and warm over medium heat until heated through. Add more reheating time for the frozen corn or let it thaw in the fridge overnight.

FAQs About This Fried Corn Recipe 

What is fried corn made of?

Fried corn is made with sweet corn, butter flour, water, sugar, and salt and pepper.

How to fry corn on the cob in a skillet?

Heat a frying pan or cast iron skillet with a bit of oil on medium-high heat. Place the corn on the cob in it and cook, turning the corn on the cob every few minutes. You can also cut the corn off the cob and cook it as directed in this recipe.

How to cook corn on a stove top from a can?

You can follow a recipe like this fried corn recipe. Or you can cook canned corn with a bit of oil or butter in a skillet, and simmer on medium-low heat until it's heated through. Make sure to drain the canned corn first.

More Southern Recipes

• Grit cakes
• Sweet potato casserole
• Baked beans with ground beef
• Southern chicken and rice
• Meatloaf with stuffing