Southern Fried Corn

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 122.4kcal

This Southern Fried Corn is a flavorful, comforting side dish made with sweet corn, shallot, butter, bacon fat, and savory spices. Easy to prepare and perfect with barbecue, fried chicken, roasted meats, or a family dinner.

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Ingredients

3 ¾ cups corn kernels from about 5 ears of corn, use fresh if available
1 shallot diced
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon parsley
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon bacon fat use extra butter if pork sensitive
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup water
to taste salt
parsley for topping
2 teaspoon sugar optional if corn is not very sweet. Add with spices.

Instructions

If using fresh corn: Carefully cut the kernels from the cobs, cutting as close to the cob as possible. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the diced shallot and cook for about 3 minutes, or until softened.
Add the corn and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the black pepper, parsley, paprika, garlic powder, and bacon fat. Stir well and cook for 3–4 minutes to allow the seasonings to warm and the flavors to develop.
Sprinkle the flour over the corn mixture and stir well. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Slowly add the water, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has thickened and coats the corn.
Taste and season with salt as needed. If using the optional sugar, stir it in with the other seasonings.
Sprinkle with additional parsley, if desired, and serve hot.

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