Description
Korean Corn Cheese is a popular Korean side dish or appetizer featuring sweet corn mixed with gooey melted cheese, a hint of mayo, and savory seasonings. This dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups canned sweet corn (drained)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Sauté Corn: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the corn, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
- Add Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in the mayonnaise and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Spread the mixture in the skillet or transfer to an oven-safe dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Broil on high for 2–4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly with golden edges.
- Serve: Sprinkle with green onions before serving. Enjoy hot as a side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen corn instead of canned if desired—just cook it first.
- For extra richness, mix in a bit of cream cheese or add a pinch of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) for a spicy twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop, Broiling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
