Indulge your sweet cravings with a delightful treat – caramelized corn with fresh mint, a symphony of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds. This culinary creation combines the irresistible crunch of popcorn with the rich, buttery sweetness of caramel, beautifully complemented by the refreshing burst of mint. Discover two irresistible variations: the classic caramelized corn and a tantalizing chocolate-drizzled version, both adorned with a sprinkling of fresh mint. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the simple steps to craft this delectable snack, perfect for movie nights, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CARAMELIZED CORN WITH FRESH MINT
Make and share this Caramelized Corn With Fresh Mint recipe from Food.com.
Provided by BB2011
Categories Corn
Time 45m
Yield 10 , 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- If using frozen corn, drain between layers of paper towels until thawed, about 30 minutes.
- In a wide skillet, melt half the butter over high heat. Add half the corn and cook, stirring often, until golden and browned (kernels may begin to pop), about 10 minutes.
- Stir in half the mint and sprinkle with salt. Transfer to a serving bowl. Repeat with remaining corn, butter, mint and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.6, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 24.4, Sodium 5.1, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 2.3, Protein 2.7
CREAMED CORN
This is a sweetly comforting dish, and it's remarkably simple to make. Fresh corn is best for this, but frozen corn would work as well. If using the latter, add a bit of water when cooking before you add the milk.
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Scrape corn kernels from cobs, running knife edge along cobs to squeeze out juices. (If the corn is not very fresh, then blanch in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes before scraping kernels from cobs.)
- Place a medium saucepan over medium heat. Drop in butter and melt until foamy. Add corn, garlic and juices. Season with salt and cook until kernels become tender. Pour in milk and simmer until milk is almost gone. Pour in cream and simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 262, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 514 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CREAMED CORN WITH GORGONZOLA, TOMATOES AND PINE NUTS
This light summer meal comes together quickly: Corn kernels are simmered in a cream enhanced with blue cheese and pepper. It's then served on tomato slices and topped with pine nuts for a meal that embraces and enhances the season's bounty.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, quick, weekday, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings as an appetizer or side dish
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Scrape kernels off cob. Set a saucepan over medium heat, add kernels and cream, and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in blue cheese and pepper; continue cooking uncovered, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- In a small pan over medium heat, toast pine nuts until fragrant and golden, 2 to 4 minutes.
- Divide tomato slices among plates, and top with corn. Top with toasted pine nuts; garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 225, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 151 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CARAMELIZED CORN WITH SHALLOTS
Of course, fresh corn is best, but frozen will do.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the corn, shallots, sugar, and salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally to prevent burning, until the corn is caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the thyme and cook 5 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
CARAMELIZED CORN
Adapted from Semi-Homemade on Food Network, I don't want to lose it. You can use honey too, but I like the flavour of the sugar. Do not try it with milk, it really needs the heavy cream.
Provided by Lauren4372
Categories Corn
Time 20m
Yield 4 Cups, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
- When butter is foamy add the corn stirring to coat with the butter.
- Cook stirring frequently for 1 minute.
- Add sugar or honey and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Increase heat to high and add heavy cream-continue to stir so corn won't stick to pan.
- Add salt and pepper.
- Cook corn until most all of the cream has absorbed about 5 minutes more.
- Remove add serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.6, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 33.9, Sodium 170.6, Carbohydrate 22.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 6.3, Protein 2.6
CORN SALAD WITH TOMATOES, FETA AND MINT
Fresh raw corn shucked from the cob is ideal here. The juice from the tomatoes delivers just the right amount of acidity, so there's no need for vinegar. Eat this as is, by the bowl, or toss it with cooked rice or beans for a more filling meal - you'll want to add oil and vinegar accordingly. In midsummer, with peak-season produce, there is nothing better.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put the corn, tomatoes, cheese and mint in a medium bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss to coat.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 316, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 415 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
CARAMELIZED CORN AND ASPARAGUS PASTA WITH RICOTTA
This summery pasta features caramelized corn, crisp-tender asparagus and earthy turmeric, which provides the dish's sunny hue. It's not easy to cook corn to the point of browning without losing all its moisture, but a pinch of sugar helps speed up the caramelization process. Vermouth lends acidity to the light, glossy garlicky sauce, but you could use wine, or even a tablespoon of lemon juice or champagne vinegar for lift. Fresh ricotta provides richness.
Provided by Alexa Weibel
Categories dinner, weekday, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high. Meanwhile, prepare the corn: Slice the corn kernels off the cobs, and add the cobs to the pot of water. (This lends a hint of sweetness.)
- Once the water comes to a boil, add the pasta and cook over medium-high, according to package instructions, until tender but toothsome, just shy of al dente.
- In a large, deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the corn kernels and sugar, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to caramelize, about 6 minutes. Stir in the asparagus, scallions and 1 teaspoon turmeric, and cook, stirring frequently, until just softened and corn is caramelized, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- Once the pasta is just short of al dente, reserve 1 1/2 cups pasta water, then drain the pasta, and discard the corn cobs.
- Add the butter, garlic and remaining turmeric to the large skillet and cook over medium until butter melts and starts to foam, about 3 minutes. Whisk in vermouth to deglaze, and cook 1 to 2 minutes, then whisk in 1 cup pasta water.
- Add the pasta, and toss with tongs over medium heat until thoroughly coated and al dente, 1 to 2 minutes, adding pasta water as needed. Remove from heat, stir in half the corn mixture and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Divide pasta among plates. Dollop with ricotta and top with remaining corn mixture. Drizzle with olive oil. If using lemon, shower the pasta with lemon zest, then cut the lemon into quarters, for squeezing on top, and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Use fresh popcorn kernels. Fresh kernels will pop up light and fluffy, while older kernels may be tough or chewy.
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat. This will help the popcorn pop quickly and evenly.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven. This will give the popcorn plenty of room to pop without overcrowding.
- Add the popcorn kernels to the hot oil and cover the pot. Shake the pot occasionally to help the popcorn pop evenly.
- Remove the pot from the heat when the popping slows down. Don't wait until all the kernels have popped, as this can result in burnt popcorn.
- Pour the popcorn into a large bowl and let it cool slightly. This will help the caramel to stick to the popcorn.
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, salt, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the caramel has thickened. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel over the popcorn and stir to coat. Add the chopped mint and stir again.
- Spread the popcorn out on a baking sheet and let it cool completely. This will help the caramel to harden.
Conclusion:
Caramelized corn with fresh mint is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover popcorn, and it is also a popular treat at parties and gatherings. The combination of sweet and salty flavors, along with the refreshing mint, makes this popcorn irresistible.
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