Granny's Fried Corn
Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Southern comfort with Granny's Fried Corn, a creamy, buttery side dish bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh corn. This nostalgic recipe combines crisp kernels and milky corn pulp, sautéed to perfection in a rich duo of unsalted butter and smoky bacon drippings. Lightly seasoned with sugar, salt, and pepper, and finished with a touch of creamy whole milk, the dish achieves an irresistibly tender and flavorful texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect accompaniment to classic Southern staples like fried chicken or meatloaf. Whether served at a family dinner or a weekend gathering, this traditional skillet corn will take center stage with its authentic home-cooked charm. Perfect for anyone searching for easy Southern sides or fresh corn recipes!
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Ingredients
- 6 ears fresh corn (on the cob, husked and cleaned)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons bacon drippings
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup whole milk
Directions
Step 1
Using a sharp knife, cut the kernels off the ears of corn. Place the flat end of the cob on a cutting board and slice downward carefully. Once all kernels are removed, use the back of the knife to scrape the cob to extract the milky corn pulp into a bowl. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings over medium heat until melted and sizzling.
Step 3
Add the corn kernels and the scraped corn pulp to the skillet. Stir to coat the corn evenly in the melted butter and bacon drippings.
Step 4
Sprinkle in the granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings throughout the corn mixture.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 1/4 cup of whole milk to the skillet. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and allow the corn to simmer gently until it becomes tender and creamy, about 10-12 minutes.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or a tiny pinch of sugar depending on the sweetness of the corn.
Step 7
Once done, remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish to fried chicken, meatloaf, or your favorite southern meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (702.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1184.2 |
| Total Fat 80.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 155.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2481.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 118.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.8g | |
| Protein 19.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 26.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 104.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1576.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories