Description
Korean Cheese Corn is a creamy, savory, and slightly spicy baked corn dish featuring fresh ears of corn combined with Kewpie mayonnaise, Sriracha, and melted mozzarella cheese. This comforting and trendy Korean-inspired side dish is finished with a golden-brown cheese crust and garnished with fresh green onions, perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Corn Mixture
- 6 ears of corn, shucked
- 3 tablespoons Kewpie mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 ounces whole milk mozzarella, shredded
Topping
- Additional 2 ounces whole milk mozzarella, shredded
- 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced
Other
- 1 teaspoon oil or nonstick spray for skillet
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare skillet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly oil a large cast iron skillet or spray with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and help with even browning of the cheese corn.
- Mix corn and seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the shucked corn kernels with Kewpie mayonnaise, Sriracha, sugar, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until everything is well incorporated.
- Add cheese: Fold in 4 ounces of shredded whole milk mozzarella into the corn mixture, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Assemble in skillet: Spread the corn mixture evenly into the prepared skillet. Then sprinkle the remaining 2 ounces of shredded mozzarella on top to create a cheesy crust.
- Bake and broil: Bake the skillet in the oven for 15 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and hot. Then switch to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully until the cheese on top turns golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions. Serve hot as a flavorful appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- For ease, you can use frozen corn kernels, but fresh corn gives the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of Sriracha depending on your preferred spice level.
- Using Kewpie mayonnaise provides a distinctive creamy tang, but regular mayonnaise can be substituted.
- Keep an eye on the broiler to prevent the cheese from burning.
- This dish is best enjoyed immediately for the gooey cheese experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
