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Buttery Garlic Skillet Corn

Fresh corn kernels seared in a hot skillet with olive oil and minced garlic until golden and caramelized. A 10-minute side that tastes like restaurant-quality simplicity.

Total time
10 min
Servings
4
Calories
145
Protein
3g
Buttery Garlic Skillet Corn
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds — don't let it brown.

  3. 3

    Add corn and salt, then stir and spread in a single layer across the pan.

  4. 4

    Sear without stirring for 3 minutes until corn begins to caramelize and char slightly.

  5. 5

    Stir once and cook another 2 minutes until kernels look golden and crispy at the edges.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while the corn is still hot and crispy.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or larger
  • wooden spoon

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