This delicious Cajun fried corn side dish is sure to become an instant hit among family and friends. With its savory blend of sweet corn, honey, and bold spices, it's guaranteed to be the hottest item on the dinner table. Plus, it couldn't be easier to prepare.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
With its flavorful kick of Cajun spices and the buttery crunch of lightly-fried corn, this delectable Cajun fried corn recipe will be new hit. Best of all, it only takes 20 minutes to make. Even the most novice cooks can whip this delicacy up in no time and have something tasty to serve their families.
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Ingredients
Do you love the flavorful kick of Cajun food, but don't want to expend a lot of effort or deal with mess? Then this Cajun Fried Corn recipe is perfect for you! This delicious and easy dish takes only minutes to make and offers an incredible combination of rich flavors.
- Corn - Frozen or Fresh cut off the cob.
- Butter
- Cream Cheese
- Honey
- Creole of Cajun spice blend - Something like Tony Chachere's or our Cajun Spice Blend.
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Parsley - chopped for garnish, optional.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Cajun Fried Corn
Our Cajun Fried Corn is the perfect mix of savory, spicy, and sweet flavors that results in something truly unique.
Saute the Butter and Corn
In a large 12" cast iron or enameled skillet, melt the butter on medium high heat.
After the butter has melted, stir in the honey.
Add the frozen (or fresh) corn niblets to the skillet and saute on medium heat for 6 minutes.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Melt the Cream Cheese
Add the cream cheese and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Stir so that the cream cheese is blended in with the corn as it melts.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Season with Cajun or Creole Spices
Add your favorite Cajun or Creole spice blend to the skillet of corn. You can use our recipe for Cajun spice blend to make your own, the benefit being that you can regulate the heat in your Cajun spice seasoning.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Garnish and Serve
Season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with some chopped parsley before serving.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Serving Suggestions
This Cajun fried corn is a perfect side dish for our Pan Grilled Steakhouse Pork Chops, Instant Pot St. Louis Ribs, or our Sous Vide Ribeye steak entrees. Add some of our Bob Evan's Mashed Potatoes and you have a meal to remember.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Substitutions & Variations
Here are a few scrumptious variations using our Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms recipe as a base:
- Spicy Cajun Fried Corn - Fry up a sliced Jalapeno pepper with the butter before adding the frozen corn niblets.
- Confetti Cajun Fried Corn - Slice up some green onions and red bell pepper to saute with the butter before adding the frozen corn.
- Honey Butter Skillet Corn - Omit the Cajun seasoning and just fry up with the butter, honey, and cream cheese for a delicious Honey Butter Skillet Corn.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this Cajun fried corn recipe.
Storage
Cover any left over Cajun fried corn and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips for Success
- You can make this Cajun corn recipe without any cream cheese if you prefer also!
- Sliced green onion, diced red bell pepper, and cooked sausage crumbles, are delicious add in's when making this Cajun corn recipe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, just be sure to drain the liquid from the two cans of corn niblets or kernels before frying in the butter.
Yes, this side dish freezes beautifully. Just store in a freezer safe container and freeze up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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📖 Recipe
Cajun Fried Corn
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 oz butter (½ stick)
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 24 oz corn frozen
- 4 oz cream cheese cubed or softened to room temp
- 1 teaspoon Cajun spice blend
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup Parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large 12" cast iron or enameled skillet, melt the butter on medium high heat.4 oz butter
- After the butter has melted, stir in the honey.2 tablespoon honey
- Add the frozen (or fresh) corn niblets to the skillet and saute on medium heat for 6 minutes.24 oz corn
- Add the cream cheese and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Stir so that the cream cheese is blended in with the corn as it melts.4 oz cream cheese
- Add your favorite Cajun or Creole spice blend to the skillet of corn.1 teaspoon Cajun spice blend
- Season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with some chopped parsley before serving.1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ cup Parsley
Notes
- You can use our recipe for Cajun spice blend to make your own, the benefit being that you can regulate the heat in your Cajun spice seasoning.
- You can make this Cajun corn recipe without any cream cheese if you prefer also!
- Sliced green onion, diced red bell pepper, and cooked sausage crumbles, are delicious add in's when making this Cajun corn recipe.
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