Description
Miso butter corn is a simple and flavorful side dish featuring sweet corn kernels coated in a savory miso butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon white miso paste
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the corn kernels and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned.
- Stir in the miso paste and soy sauce (if using) until well combined and the corn is evenly coated.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Garnish with chopped scallions or sesame seeds for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Ensure the miso paste is fully dissolved into the butter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: miso butter corn, corn recipe, easy side dish, savory corn, Japanese flavors, quick recipe