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Southern Fried Corn Recipe

Make the best Southern Fried Corn with sweet corn, bacon drippings, butter, and a splash of cream. A quick, 20-minute skillet side dish perfect for any meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: southern fried corn, southern fried corn recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 303kcal
Author: LaKita Anderson

Equipment

  • 1 cast iron or nonstick skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons bacon drippings (or use 2 slices of bacon)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup sweet yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (about 6 ears)
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • If using frozen corn, thaw completely and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the 2 tablespoons bacon drippings and 2 tablespoons butter together.
  • Add the ½ cup diced onion and sauté until softened and lightly golden, about 3–4 minutes.
    Overhead view of diced corn added to cast iron skillet with butter and oil.
  • Stir in the 4 cups corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until the kernels are golden brown in spots and tender, about 8–10 minutes.
  • Pour in the ¼ cup heavy cream and season with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the mixture is creamy and warmed through.
    Overheade view of milk added to the cast iron skillet with the other recipe ingredients.
  • Remove from heat and serve hot. Enjoy!
    Overhead view of finished corn in a cast iron skillet with a wooden spoon.

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Nutrition

Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 375mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 683IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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