Sugar-Free Chipotle Corn
Elevate your next meal with this zingy, flavor-packed Sugar-Free Chipotle Corn recipe—a perfect healthy side dish or taco topper with a spicy twist! Featuring tender golden-brown corn kernels sautéed to perfection, this quick and easy dish gets its bold, smoky heat from a touch of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, balanced by zesty lime juice and a pop of fresh cilantro. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and a cook time of 15, this low-maintenance recipe delivers a delightful burst of flavor in every bite without added sugar. Whether you're serving it as a vibrant accompaniment to grilled meats or using it as a savory filling for tacos, this smoky, citrusy creation is sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect for those looking for a sugar-free, vegetarian side that's as wholesome as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Once the oil is hot, add the fresh corn kernels to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they start to turn golden brown.
Step 3
Add the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to the skillet with the corn.
Step 4
Continue to cook and stir for another 3-4 minutes until the corn is well coated and fragrant.
Step 5
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, and ground black pepper.
Step 6
Transfer the chipotle corn to a serving dish and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a side dish or a taco topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (921.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 988.9 |
| Total Fat 38.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1437.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 163.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.0g | |
| Protein 27.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 48.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2409.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories