Skillet Fried Corn for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• Fresh corn kernels (6 cups)
• Butter (1/2 cup)
• Onion (1 medium, chopped)
• Bell pepper (1 medium, chopped)
• Jalapeño pepper (1 small, seeded and minced, optional)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the corn kernels. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender and slightly browned, about 10-15 minutes more.
5. Add the minced jalapeño pepper (if desired) and cook for another minute to infuse flavor.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory flavors from the corn, onion, and bell pepper
• Colorful and visually appealing
• Easy to prepare and can be served as a side dish or appetizer

User Comments:

• "This is the best fried corn I've ever tasted! It's so flavorful and the jalapeño pepper adds just the right amount of spice."
• "I love how simple and quick this recipe is. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner when I don't have much time to cook."
• "I used sweet corn and it turned out so delicious. The kernels were so tender and juicy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have fresh corn, you can use frozen corn kernels. Just thaw them before using.
• To add extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of sugar to the skillet when cooking the corn.
• If you want a spicier dish, you can use more jalapeño pepper or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the skillet.