Spanish Corn Recipe

Elevate your next Spanish-themed dinner with this vibrant and flavorful corn dish! Inspired by a home-cooked meal, this recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with authentic tastes. Perfect as a side dish, it complements any Spanish entree beautifully. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 348.5 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spanish Corn

  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 2 tablespoons butter
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  • fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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How to Make Spanish Corn

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh or frozen), 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
  3. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens slightly.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the corn is tender and slightly caramelized.
  5. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

38g

Carbs

19g

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