Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until it’s hot but not smoking, preparing it to cook the corn.
- Cook the corn: Add 2 cups of sweet corn to the skillet and stir to coat evenly with the oil. Let it cook undisturbed for 3 to 5 minutes to develop a nice char on one side, intensifying the flavor.
- Mix the spices: While the corn cooks, combine 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon dried thyme, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and ⅛ teaspoon salt in a small bowl to create the blackened seasoning blend.
- Season the corn: Sprinkle the prepared blackened seasoning evenly over the corn in the skillet and stir thoroughly until the kernels are fully coated with the spice mix.
- Finish cooking: Continue cooking the corn for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is blackened to your liking and the spices emit a fragrant aroma. If using frozen corn, cook a few extra minutes to ensure tenderness.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from heat and serve the blackened corn warm as a delicious, smoky side dish that pairs well with grilled meats or vegetables.
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Notes
- Using fresh corn will provide the best texture, but frozen corn works well too; just adjust cooking time for tenderness.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control the heat level.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.
- This dish pairs beautifully with barbeque, grilled chicken, or as a topping for tacos.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
