Best 2 Skillet Corn Cakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of skillet corn cakes, a culinary symphony of sweet corn, savory herbs, and a hint of tangy cheese. These delectable treats are not just another breakfast option; they are an experience to savor. Each bite offers a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Buttermilk adds a touch of tang and richness, while fresh herbs like cilantro and chives infuse each bite with a burst of aromatic freshness. And let's not forget the sharp cheddar cheese, which melts perfectly, creating pockets of cheesy goodness in every bite. Whether you prefer them as a hearty breakfast, a light lunch, or a tasty snack, these skillet corn cakes are sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your skillet, and let's embark on a culinary journey that promises satisfaction with every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SKILLET CORN CAKES



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Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings or 8 corn cakes

Number Of Ingredients 25

3 cups fresh or frozen corn off the cob
1 cup unsalted butter , softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup masa harina
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for greasing skillet
Tomatillo Guacamole, recipe follows
Mango Salsa, recipe follows
Corn Cake Variations, recipes follow
6 to 8 tomatillos, husked and coarsely chopped (about 8 ounces)
3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and diced
1/2 onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 jalapeno, coarsely chopped with seeds
2 cloves garlic, smashed and quartered
Juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup diced mango
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons minced onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons minced Serrano chile
Zest and juice of 1 lime

Steps:

  • Add 2 cups of the corn to a food processor and puree. Combine the pureed corn with the softened butter, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
  • Stir in the masa harina, and flour, and mix until blended. Fold in the remaining corn kernels.
  • In a large cast iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Drop 1/2 cup portions of the batter into the hot skillet forming patties. Cook until the cakes are golden brown on one side, and flip over. Continue cooking until the cakes are cooked through and golden brown on both sides.
  • Serve the corn cakes as they are, or adorned with shredded cabbage, tomatillo guacamole, sour cream, and mango salsa.
  • To make guacamole:
  • Combine the tomatillos, cilantro, avocado, onion, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, cumin, and salt in a food processor or blender and pulse until combined.
  • To make salsa:
  • Combine the mango, tomatoes, minced onion, cilantro, chile, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl. Allow the flavors to macerate. Serve as a garnish for the cumin seared scallop tacos.
  • Corn Cake Variations:
  • Bacon Corn Cakes: Add 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon to the batter just before cooking.
  • Green Chile Corn Cakes: Add 1/4 cup chopped green chiles to the batter just before cooking.
  • Cumin-Spiced Corn Cakes: Add 2 teaspoons ground cumin to the batter just before cooking.

SKILLET CORN CAKES



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Make and share this Skillet Corn Cakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 8 corn cakes

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 cups fresh corn, off the cob (or frozen)
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup masa harina
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for greasing skillet
tomatillo guacamole, recipe follows
mango salsa, recipe follows
6 -8 tomatillos, husked and coarsely chopped (about 8 ounces)
3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and diced
1/2 onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 jalapeno, coarsely chopped with seeds
2 garlic cloves, smashed and quartered
1 lime, juice of
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup diced mango
1/2 cup diced tomato
2 tablespoons minced onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons minced serrano chilies
lime, juice and zest of

Steps:

  • Add 2 cups of the corn to a food processor and puree. Combine the pureed corn with the softened butter, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
  • Stir in the masa harina, and flour, and mix until blended. Fold in the remaining corn kernels.
  • In a large cast iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Drop 1/2 cup portions of the batter into the hot skillet forming patties. Cook until the cakes are golden brown on one side, and flip over. Continue cooking until the cakes are cooked through and golden brown on both sides.
  • Serve the corn cakes as they are, or adorned with shredded cabbage, Tomatillo Guacamole, sour cream, and Mango Salsa.
  • Tomatillo Guacamole:.
  • Combine the tomatillos, cilantro, avocado, onion, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, cumin, and salt in a food processor or blender and pulse until combined.
  • Mango Salsa:.
  • Combine the mango, tomatoes, minced onion, cilantro, chile, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl. Allow the flavors to macerate. Serve as a garnish for the cumin seared scallop tacos.
  • Corn Cake Variations:.
  • Bacon Corn Cakes:.
  • Add 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon to the batter just before cooking.
  • Green Chile Corn Cakes:.
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped green chiles to the batter just before cooking.
  • Cumin-Spiced Corn Cakes:.
  • Add 2 teaspoons ground cumin to the batter just before cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.9, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 16.3, Cholesterol 64.8, Sodium 590.7, Carbohydrate 41.4, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 14.3, Protein 5.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh corn kernels. Fresh corn kernels have a sweeter flavor and a more tender texture than frozen or canned corn kernels.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the corn cakes tough.
  • Cook the corn cakes over medium heat. Cooking the corn cakes over medium heat will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Serve the corn cakes immediately. Corn cakes are best served immediately after they are cooked.

Conclusion:

Corn cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, lunch, or dinner option. They are a great way to use up fresh corn and they can be served with a variety of toppings, such as butter, syrup, honey, or fruit. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy corn, give corn cakes a try!

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