Stove Top Pan Roasted Corn Recipe (2024)

Posted on September 15, 2018 by Sheryl

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Stove Top Pan Roasted Corn Recipe: Do you often find yourself in a dinner rut, cooking the same dishes week after week? Are you searching for a delicious and easy way to jazz up your dinner routine? Look no further than this stove top pan roasted corn recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and a quick cooking method, you’ll have a mouthwatering side dish that will elevate any meal.

For this recipe I used frozen corn. Canned sweet corn or if in season, fresh corn on the cob with the kernels cut off would work too. In less then 5 minutes you can create a delicious smoky side dish. Create your own version of this Stove Top Ran Roasted Corn Recipe. NOTE: adding fresh thyme would be delicious!

How to Make Stove Top Roasted Corn Recipe

When grilling isn’t an option and the season for sweet summer corn on the cob is over. This Easy Skillet Roasted Corn Recipe is a great option for fresh corn on the cob, frozen corn or canned corn. Make this versatile recipe and create a lot of delicious dishes. Perfect for sprinkling over salad, in a salsa or just as a side dish. NOTE: For best results, use a cast iron skillet but any skillet will work. Look below for how you can change up this recipe and give it a Mexican flare or a little extra flavor.

ROASTED CORN RECIPE INGREDIENTS-full recipe below in recipe card

  • fresh corn on the cob, canned corn, or frozen corn
  • olive oil or vegetable oil
  • salt
  • black pepper

PAN ROASTED CORN INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add thawed frozen corn, fresh corn kernels, or canned corn drained, to a cast-iron skillet. TIP: For bests results add to a hot skillet.
  2. Pour enough oil in the pan to coat the corn, sprinkle salt and pepper.
  3. Cook corn on high heat, pan fry the corn until dark bits form.
  4. The amount of dark bits determines how strong the smokey flavor will be.

ROASTED CORN VARIATIONS

THE DARK BITS: The dark bits are where the smoky flavor is stored. You get to decide how many dark bits. Depending on how long the corn is cooked depends on the flavor and dark bits. Looks below for easy side dish ideas using the roasted corn.

  • HOMEMADE FIESTA CORN: Add green bell pepper, onion and a dash of chili powder to give your roasted corn more of a Mexican corn taste.
  • CORNBREAD: Add this smoky corn to a batch of cornbread batter.
  • HERB CORN: While the corn is cooking, throw in a few sprigs of fresh thyme.
  • SPICY CORN: Add a punch of spice to your roasted corn with chipotle chili powder, or enhance the smoky flavor even more with chopped chipotle peppers
  • BUTTER CORN: Once the corn is done cooking, add a good helping of butter. For a fantastic buttery flavor.
  • BACON GREASE: Add the flavor of bacon to your corn with a tablespoon of bacon drippings and bacon pieces.
  • MEXICAN STREET CORN: Add to this delicious side dish, sour cream, crumbled cotija cheese, garlic powder or garlic cloves (chopped), lime juice, fresh cilantro, and tajin.

HOW TO MAKE ROASTED CREAMED STYLE CORN

ROASTED CREAMED CORN INGREDIENT LIST

  • 5 cups pan roasted corn (frozen, canned, or fresh)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1¼ cup milk
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • optional 2 sprig of fresh thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste

ROASTED CREAMED CORN INSTRUCTIONS

  1. To a large skillet, combine onion and butter and cook over medium heat until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
  2. Add flour, salt, and pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes while stirring. Add corn and mix well.
  3. Add in milk, cream, sugar, and thyme.Stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Allow to boil 1 minute while stirring.
  4. Remove 1 cup of the corn mixture and blend with a hand mixer until smooth. Stir back into the creamed corn.
  5. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

Fresh Corn on the Cob-Act Now for Later!

If fresh corn on the cob is in season then PLEASE use fresh corn! Bag it up and keep it frozen for those winter months when you’re craving fresh corn or want to make a killer corn chowder.

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In less then 5 minutes you can create a delicious smoky side dish.

Ingredients

  • corn, fresh, frozen or canned
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

STOVE TOP PAN ROASTED CORN RECIPE:

  1. Add thawed (if using frozen) corn, fresh corn cut off the cob, or canned corn drained, to a hot skillet. TIP: THE AMOUNT OF CORN DEPENDS ON THE RECIPE YOU'RE USING.
  2. Cast iron works best but any skillet will do. Pour enough oil in the pan to coat the corn, sprinkle salt and pepper.
  3. On high heat cook the corn until dark bits form. The amount of dark bits determines how strong the smoky flavor will be.

ROASTED CORN VARIATIONS

THE DARK BITS: The dark bits are where the smoky flavor is stored.
You get to decide how many dark bits. Depending on how long the corn is
cooked depends on the flavor and dark bits. Looks below for easy side
dish ideas using the roasted corn.

  • HOMEMADE FIESTA CORN: Add green bell pepper, onion and a dash of
    chili powder to give your roasted corn more of a Mexican corn taste.
  • CORNBREAD: Add this smoky corn to a batch of cornbread batter.
  • HERB CORN: While the corn is cooking, throw in a few sprigs of fresh thyme.
  • SPICY CORN: Add a punch of spice to your roasted corn with chipotle
    chili powder, or enhance the smoky flavor even more with chopped
    chipotle peppers
  • BUTTER CORN: Once the corn is done cooking, add a good helping of butter. For a fantastic buttery flavor.
  • BACON GREASE: Add the flavor of bacon to your corn with a tablespoon of bacon drippings and bacon pieces.
  • MEXICAN STREET CORN: Add to this delicious side dish, sour cream,
    crumbled cotija cheese, garlic powder or garlic cloves (chopped), lime
    juice, fresh cilantro, and tajin.

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FAQs

Is it better to boil or roast corn? ›

Roasted Corn is Better than Boiled: The Evidence

Complex carbs in their natural state tend to be lower on the glycemic index than foods containing simple carbohydrates, thus tasting less sweet. If you bit into an ear of corn before it was cooked, you wouldn't taste much sweetness at all.

Why add sugar to boil corn on the cob? ›

Juicy fresh corn on the cob gets an extra boost of sweetness when it's cooked in slightly sweetened water. You can use as much or as little sugar as you like. Try it several ways to figure out what level of sweetness you like best.

Why do you soak corn before cooking? ›

Soaking the corn husks in water has two important purposes. For starters, soaking the corn in water prevents the corn husks from burning or catching on fire. Secondly, the excess moisture helps steam the corn inside the husk and makes the corn kernels as juicy and plump as possible.

What is the healthiest way to cook corn? ›

[sidebar] Boiling dissolves most of corn's (and other veggies') nutrients into the cooking water. Instead, microwave or grill corn to retain all of its health benefits.

Why is my roasted corn chewy? ›

Avoid cooking corn for too long. "If you have super fresh corn — which can even be eaten raw — it's a waste of time to cook for the common recommended time of 20 [or more] minutes," says Jones. Overcooking can also result in chewy and firm kernels.

How long does it take to cook corn on the stove? ›

4. How long to boil corn on the cob? Boil the corn until the kernels turn bright yellow and are crisp tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Carefully remove from the water with tongs to a serving platter and serve warm.

Is it safe to roast corn on a gas stove? ›

Corn on the cob can be grilled directly in its husk, or it can be husked first and then wrapped in aluminum foil. But I use the ordinary gas stove top to roast the corn and it's too simple, that you have to just show the corn on direct flame and roast until the corn gets charred.

Why do you put milk in water when boiling corn? ›

Corn on the cob simmered in milk brings out corn's natural sweetness.

Is 30 minutes too long to boil corn? ›

Some recipes claim that 10-20 minutes of boiling is enough, but a long boil makes all the difference when it comes to tender kernels. 45 minutes is the sweet spot! Eat corn within 2 days of purchase.

Why is my corn on the cob still hard after boiling? ›

If your corn is still hard, tough, or even chewy after it's boiled, it can be a result of two factors. For one thing, you may have over-cooked your corn. Set a time to ensure your corn isn't boiling for too long. Another reason might be the freshness of your corn.

Is boiling better than roasting? ›

Roasting Results in Healthier and Tastier Food

When we boil veggies, nutrients leach out into the water. The result is a mushy product containing little flavor, little color, and few nutrients.

Why is roasted corn good for you? ›

It consists primarily of insoluble fiber, which makes it a low-glycemic index food. This means it is a food that is digested slowly and doesn't cause an unhealthy spike in blood sugar. It also contains many B vitamins, as well as essential minerals, including zinc, magnesium, copper, iron and manganese.

What is the advantage of boil corn? ›

Nutritional value of corn

Yes, the US Department of Agriculture gives us the corn nutritional value for 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of boiled yellow corn. Corn is rich in carbohydrates, fibre, vitamins (such as vitamin C and folate), as well as essential minerals, including zinc, magnesium, copper, iron and manganese.

Does corn get softer the longer you boil it? ›

Generally, boiling frozen corn anywhere from eight to 10 minutes is enough for the kernels to turn bright yellow and plump. The kernels will appear soggy if you boil corn (frozen or fresh) for too long. Leaving corn in boiling water for too long increases water retention and destroys corn's crispy texture.

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