Honey Butter Fresh Corn Skillet
A vibrant and flavorful dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of fresh corn, enhanced by a rich honey butter blend.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Knife
- Mixing Spoon
Ingredients
Fresh Corn
- 4 cups Fresh corn kernels About 6-8 ears of corn.
Butter
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Provides a rich, creamy texture.
Honey
- 2-3 tablespoons Pure honey Adjust according to taste preference.
Seasoning
- 1 pinch Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
- to taste Freshly ground black pepper Adds subtle heat.
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley) For garnish.
Instructions
- Start by preparing the fresh corn. Cut the kernels off the cobs using a sharp knife to yield about 4 cups of corn kernels.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Add the unsalted butter to the skillet and let it melt, swirling it around to cover the base evenly.
- Add the corn kernels to the skillet and stir gently to coat them in the melted butter. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Drizzle in the honey and stir well to combine, allowing the heat to help the honey dissolve.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the flavors meld together.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish or leave in the skillet.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs before serving.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Consider adding diced jalapeños for a spicy kick or a squeeze of fresh lime juice for brightness.