I love receiving care packages, and recently I got a box full of fresh corn delivered to my door. It was my first time having corn shipped straight to me, and I was excited to try it.
The corn I received is Amaize Sweet Corn, a naturally bred white variety with no GMOs. I don’t often buy white corn, so I was curious about the flavor and texture. Known for a crisp bite and pleasant sweetness, it seemed perfect for a Tex-Mex side to accompany the fajitas I was preparing.
Skillet corn is quick to make and pairs well with many mains. It complements Mexican dishes beautifully, but I also love it alongside grilled steak, pork chops, or chicken. In this recipe, corn, onion, and peppers are cooked with a pound of bacon so every forkful is packed with savory, smoky flavor and a little heat.
The Amaize Sweet Corn held up well against the bold flavors of bacon and jalapeño. The kernels stayed crisp and tasted sweet—delicious and satisfying as a side dish.
Skillet White Corn with Bacon
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon slices , cut into small pieces
- 2 garlic cloves , minced
- 1 red onion , peeled and diced
- 1 red pepper , cored and diced
- 2 jalapeño peppers , cored and minced
- 8 ears of corn on the cob
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Remove the kernels from the cobs by standing each ear on its base on a cutting board and slicing downward with a sharp knife.
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In a large cast-iron skillet, cook the bacon pieces over medium heat until they begin to brown and crisp.
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Carefully drain off excess bacon grease, leaving about 3–4 tablespoons in the skillet with the bacon for flavor.
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Add the minced garlic, diced red onion, diced red pepper, and minced jalapeño to the skillet. Sauté for a few minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables soften.
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Stir in the corn kernels and continue to cook until the corn is tender and cooked through, about 7–10 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting heat with more or less jalapeño as desired.
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Serve hot as a flavorful side with fajitas, grilled meats, or any meal that could use a sweet and smoky complement.
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