Ready in only quarter-hour, this blackened corn is ideal for a summer side dish. Charred in a forged iron pan with spices like smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, and garlic powder, this corn is full of flavor and warmth!
Why I Love This Recipe
This blackened corn is loaded with flavor and is so easy to make in only one skillet and in just quarter-hour!
With fresh summer corn charred to perfection, it has a pleasant crunch and kick of warmth from the cayenne powder that’s balanced by sweetness from the brown sugar.
With the abundance of corn we get in the summertime in our CSA box, it’s nice to have other ways to arrange corn aside from just straight up corn on the cob.
Delicious by itself but could be leveled up with a hefty sprinkling of feta or cojita cheese and cilantro. It’s a refreshing summer side that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Notes on Ingredients
corn: corn is at its best in late summer but if you happen to don’t have fresh readily available, be happy to make use of frozen (defrosted first) or canned (drained and rinsed)
butter: acts as a flavor enhancer by absorbing the fragrant and spicy notes from the seasonings
smoked paprika: adds a smoky, woodsy flavor with a tiny little bit of sweetness
cayenne powder: this fiery spice gives heat to any dish
garlic powder: flavor enhancer
onion powder: also adds a punch of flavor to the corn
thyme: adds layers of flavor to the corn without being overwhelming
oregano: gives a daring and pungent flavor
brown sugar: balances the warmth from spices and adds a touch of sweetness
salt and pepper: essential flavor enhancers
Equipment You’ll Need (affiliate links – if you happen to make a purchase order I receive a small commission):
Forged iron pan
The way to Make Blackened Corn
- Mix spices. Whisk together smoked paprika, cayenne powder, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, brown sugar, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Add corn and spices to pan. Add butter to forged iron or nonstick pan over medium heat. Once melted, add corn and spices and stir until coated.
- Cook corn until charred. Cook corn, stirring occasionally, until browned and starts to pop, about 10 minutes.
- Serve. Serve corn warm or cold with and top with feta or cojita cheese and cilantro, as desired.
Expert Suggestions
- I really like elevating this recipe with some fresh cilantro and hefty sprinkling of feta or cojita cheese. You should utilize parsley too if you happen to’re not a cilantro fan.
- Frozen corn works just in addition to fresh corn – just you’ll want to defrost within the refrigerator over night first and drain any excess water. In the event you’re in a time crunch, you possibly can defrost frozen corn within the microwave too.
Recipe FAQs
How do you char corn with out a grill?
Use a large forged iron or nonstick pan, add butter, and get it hot! When you add the corn to the pan turn it every couple of minutes, getting a pleasant sear on all sides.
How can I jazz up corn?
Spice it up! Use a mixture of sweet and spicy like brown sugar or honey with smoked paprika, cayenne, and black pepper. You possibly can even add just a little more heat with some diced fresh jalapeños! Be happy to get creative with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro and even add crumbled feta cheese on top.
Does corn have any health advantages?
Corn is high in insoluble fiber, which may also help to control bowel movements and maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Storage and Preparation
Blackened corn leftovers could be stored in an airtight container within the refrigerator for as much as 3-4 days or within the freezer for as much as 3 months.
To reheat corn, place it within the microwave for 60-90 seconds or reheat it in a pan over medium heat with just a little butter or olive oil for a number of minutes until warmed through. If frozen, defrost within the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Recipes that Pair Well
Vegan Chickpea Burgers
Baked BBQ Salmon
Chicken Pesto Flatbread
Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Shrimp and Veggie Kabobs with Wild Blueberry Barbecue Sauce
For more corn inspiration, take a look at my other recipes below!
6 Ingredient Corn and Tomato Salad
Slow Cooker Chipotle Corn Chowder
Blackened Salmon Tacos With Corn Avocado Salsa
The Best Mexican Street Corn Dip
Summer Peach Corn Salad
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Description
Ready in only quarter-hour, this blackened corn is ideal for a summer side dish. Charred in a forged iron pan with spices like smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, and garlic powder, this corn is full of flavor and warmth!
- 1 1/4 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne powder
- 3/4 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 ears of corn, shucked and kernels removed (about 3.5 cups kernels)*
- Optional: feta or cojita cheese and cilantro, for garnish
- In a small bowl, whisk together smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne powder, brown sugar, salt and pepper until combined.
- In a big nonstick or forged iron pan, add butter over medium heat. Once melted, add corn and spices and stir until coated.
- Cook corn, stirring occasionally, until corn is browned and starts to pop, about 10 minutes.
- Serve warm or cold and garnish with optional toppings like feta or cojita cheese and cilantro.
Notes
- You should utilize frozen corn as well – defrost the corn before cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Forged iron
Keywords: blackened corn, charred corn, blackened corn without the grill, forged iron corn