Sweet & Salty Honey Butter Skillet Corn
Sweet & Salty Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a mouthwatering side dish that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of fresh corn with a rich honey butter glaze. Each bite offers a delightful crunch, complemented by a hint of salt to enhance the flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, making it an irresistible addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ears fresh corn, shucked and kernels removed
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
- Stir in the honey and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the corn kernels and stir to coat in the honey butter mixture.
- Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender yet crunchy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Allow the corn to caramelize slightly by letting it sit undisturbed in the skillet for a minute during cooking for enhanced flavor. Feel free to add spices like paprika or cayenne for extra heat or swap corn for zucchini or bell peppers for variations.