Sherri's Southern Fried Corn Recipe

Craving authentic Southern-style fried corn but short on time? This unbelievably easy microwave recipe delivers incredible flavor in just minutes! Forget hours of tedious prep – Sherri's method uses simple scraping to release the sweet corn kernels, then a quick microwave blast for perfectly tender results. Enjoy the pure, simple flavor, or spice it up with onions, peppers, or your favorite additions. Healthier than traditional fried corn and ready in a flash – this recipe is a game-changer!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 127.4 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Sherri's Southern Fried Corn

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How to Make Sherri's Southern Fried Corn

  1. Place one ear of corn in a deep, microwave-safe dish with a lid.
  2. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut off just the very tips of the corn kernels.
  3. With the back of the knife, scrape down the cob to remove all the corn pulp into the dish.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons of water to the dish.
  5. Cover the dish and microwave on high for 3 minutes.
  6. Remove from microwave and stir thoroughly.
  7. Microwave on high for another 3-4 minutes, or until corn is tender to your liking.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

1g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sherri's Southern Fried Corn?

Sherri's Southern Fried Corn takes about 22 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 17 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sherri's Southern Fried Corn?

Sherri's Southern Fried Corn has approximately 127.4 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sherri's Southern Fried Corn?

The key ingredients for Sherri's Southern Fried Corn are Corn, Water, Salt, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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