Sautéed Corn with Garlic and Fresh Accents
This tantalizing sautéed corn recipe features sweet, caramelized kernels, enhanced with aromatic garlic and your choice of fresh, vibrant additions. It's a quick and delightful side dish perfect for summer meals or festive gatherings. Customize with cherry tomatoes, herbs, or citrus for a refreshing twist that elevates simple corn to a standout dish.
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 ears corn, kernels cut from cobs (about 4 cups)
- ½ teaspoon table salt
- 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- Halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled cheese, or sliced scallions (optional no-cook additions)
- Fresh herbs or fresh citrus juice (optional for garnish)
steps
- 1.
Heat vegetable oil in a 12-inch nonstick or carbon-steel skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 2.
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and sprinkle with table salt.
- 3.
Cook the corn undisturbed for about 3 minutes, allowing the bottom to brown and the corn to begin popping.
- 4.
Stir the corn gently, then continue cooking, stirring once or twice, until the kernels are evenly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes longer.
- 5.
If using, add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking for a fragrant finish.
- 6.
Remove from heat and toss with any desired no-cook additions, such as cherry tomatoes, cheese, scallions, herbs, or a squeeze of citrus juice.
- 7.
Serve warm as an impressive side dish that celebrates the sweetness of summer.
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