Description
This delectable Honey Butter Corn is a simple yet exquisite side dish that brings a perfect balance of sweetness and richness to your dining table. By using high-quality grass-fed butter and delicate clover honey, we create a caramelized glaze that enhances the natural sweetness of fresh or canned corn kernels. This restaurant-quality, vegetarian-friendly dish comes together in just fifteen minutes, making it an ideal choice for both speedy weeknight dinners and special holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
3 tablespoons unsalted grass-fed butter
2 tablespoons clover or wildflower honey
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
Drain canned corn thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt and foam.
Add the corn kernels to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes without stirring to develop a golden crust.
Reduce heat to medium and stir in the honey to evenly coat the kernels.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper until the sauce becomes a glossy, uniform emulsion clinging to the corn.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh corn husked directly from the cob. If the corn seems too wet, drain it well before adding to the pan to ensure it sears rather than steams. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet over low heat.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Meals
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg