Korean Corn Cheese Recipe

Rating 5.0
| 1
| Last Updated on May 7, 2024
Irresistibly buttery Korean corn cheese is a popular side dish or snack in Korean restaurants and bars. Enjoy this bubbly, golden dish paired with grilled meat, fried chicken or even chips.
Utensils Side Dish
Globe Korean
9
ingredients
6
steps
25
minutes
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Ingredients

Servings:
8
2
10-ounce bags of frozen corn, thawed
1
red bell or poblano pepper, diced
6 tbsp
Japanese mayonnaise, see notes 1
2 tsp
granulated sugar
1/2 tsp
kosher salt
1/4 tsp
black pepper
2 tbsp
unsalted butter
1 1/2 - 2 cup(s)
shredded mozzarella cheese
2
scallions, thinly sliced
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Directions 6 steps | 25 Minutes

Step 1

Preheat the broiler. Measure and prep all ingredients. 

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Preheat the broiler.
Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the corn, red bell (or poblano) pepper, Japanese mayonnaise, granulated sugar, kosher salt and black pepper.

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: In a medium bowl, combine the corn, red bell (or poblano) pepper, Japanese mayonnaise, granulated sugar, kosher salt and black pepper.
Step 3

In a 12-inch cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over high heat, melt the butter. Add the corn mixture and sauté just until warmed, 3-4 minutes.

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: In a 12-inch cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over high heat, melt the butter.
Step 4

Spread the mixture evenly into a single layer, then cover with cheese.

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Spread the mixture evenly into a single layer, then cover with cheese.
Step 5

Set the skillet on the rack nearest the broiler and cook until the cheese is golden brown in spots, about 4-5 minutes. (See notes 2.) 

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Set the skillet on the rack nearest the broiler and cook until the cheese is golden brown in spots, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 6

Sprinkle with the scallions and enjoy while it's hot and cheesy!

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Sprinkle with the scallions and enjoy while it's hot and cheesy!

Notes:

  1. Kewpie mayonnaise is preferred.
  2. Keep a close eye on it to be sure it doesn’t burn, as oven temperatures may vary.

Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
351
FAT
25.8 g
PROTEIN
14.6 g
CARBS
18 g
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Carmela G.

Carmela

Cozymeal Team Member

08 Apr 2024

Easy to make with basic pantry ingredients and versatile enough to serve as a side dish or a dip. The combination of sweet corn with melted cheese and a hint of mayonnaise creates a comforting dish that's perfect for sharing.

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