We all need more of this cheesy comforting Korean Corn Cheese in our lives. It’s one of my favorite ways to use Costco’s frozen Kirkland Organic Sweet Yellow Corn. Best of all, this dish requires one pan and comes together in just 15 minutes!
Traditionally it’s made with canned corn and mozzarella cheese and is often served as a popular side dish at Korean BBQ restaurants. The cheesy and sweet texture and flavor pairs great with grilled meat. Let’s just say, Korean corn cheese is to Korean BBQ (e.g. kalbi, bulgogi) what macaroni and cheese is to steak. Match made in heaven.
PS: If you’re not a fan of spice, you can substitute the red chili pepper for half a red bell pepper instead. Give it a try today!
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Korean Corn Cheese
Cheesy Corn Side Dish
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3.5 cups frozen yellow corn
- 1 red chili pepper, finely diced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1/3 cup Japanese kewpie mayo (or regular mayo)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or Mexican Style Blend cheese)
- sliced green onions or chopped parsley to garnish *optional
Instructions
- Add oil and butter to a hot pan and saute frozen corn under medium heat until corn is no longer frozen
- Add diced red chili pepper and saute for about 3 minutes
- Add salt, pepper, sugar, and kewpie mayo and mix
- Add about 1/4 cup of the cheese to the corn mixture and mix. Use your spatula or wooden spoon to spread the corn in an even layer then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top. Place a lid over the pan for about 3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted
- Garnish with sliced green onions or chopped parsley (*optional)
