Description
Skillet Charred Blackened Corn is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that transforms fresh corn into a smoky delight. With sweet kernels charred to perfection in a hot skillet and enhanced by garlic and smoked paprika, this recipe is ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or cozy dinners at home. Its stunning presentation and irresistible aroma will leave your guests eager for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob (or 3 cups frozen corn)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove husks and silk from fresh corn. Rinse under cold water and pat dry. Cut kernels off the cob using a sharp knife.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling.
- Add minced garlic and smoked paprika; stir for about 30 seconds.
- Incorporate corn kernels, cooking undisturbed for 3 minutes until slightly charred.
- Season with salt and pepper, stirring gently for an additional 2 minutes until corn is tender yet crisp.
- Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining butter from the skillet over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg