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Southern Fried Corn made in a cast iron skillet with butter, a little bacon grease, salt and pepper.
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5 from 19 reviews

Southern Fried Corn Recipe

Buttery Southern Fried Corn is a classic side dish made with fresh corn, butter, and bacon drippings. Simple, quick, and full of comfort, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll want to make again and again.”
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 342kcal
Author: Donya Mullins

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) butter
  • 1 tablespoon bacon fat
  • 4 cups (about 8 ears) fresh corn cut off the cob
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • In a cast iron or heavy bottom skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter along with bacon fat over medium-low heat. Add corn and cook, stirring often, for about 10 minutes until liquid has become thick.
  • Add salt and pepper and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if desired, then serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 717mg | Potassium: 646mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 813IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg