How to Cook Frozen Corn

If you love corn dishes, then you should try this Air Fryer Corn on the Cob or this Avocado Corn Salad.

Recipe details

I love the taste of corn and this recipe is the best for showing how to cook frozen corn in a flavorful way. My whole family loves this side dish and it’s oh-so-simple.

• TASTE: This corn is sweet, buttery, and covered in garlic seasoning. There is just the right amount of salt.
• texture: We’ll cook the frozen corn until the kernels are hot, tender, and juicy.
• time: This dish takes only 10 minutes.
• ease: With just 3 ingredients, this recipe is so simple. You can easily make this side dish on the busiest night of the week.

What You’ll Need

Ingredients Notes

• Frozen corn Any brand is fine, but I prefer organic corn.
• Butter- Unsalted is best since we are adding garlic salt to this dish to taste.
• Garlic salt- This adds some saltiness and a deliciously pungent garlic flavor.

Add-ins and Substitutions

• Substitute the seasoning- I used Lawry’s brand, but you can also just use a little salt, garlic powder, and a pinch of dried parsley as a substitute.
• Make it vegan If you can’t have dairy, substitute a plant-based butter in this frozen corn dish.
• Use other seasonings- You can make this with other seasonings that you prefer, such as garlic powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, paprika, chili powder, or curry powder.
• Add parmesan cheese- Melt some nutty, cheesy Parmesan cheese into the frozen corn for a creamier and more flavorful side.

How to Cook Frozen Corn

• Add the corn and butter. Place the frozen corn along with the butter into a saucepan on the stovetop.
• Heat and add seasoning. Set the heat to medium-high and stir until the butter starts to melt. Add in the garlic salt and stir frequently, for another two minutes. Serve warm.

Pro Tip: To speed up the cooking process, rinse your frozen corn kernels in a mesh strainer with cold water to melt all the ice before adding it to the saucepan.

Recipe Tips

• Rinse the frozen corn- Place the corn in a mesh strainer to rinse off and melt any ice. This will speed up the cooking process.
• Add the seasoning after the butter- Let the butter melt and coat the corn before adding the seasoning so it has something to stick to.
• Stir frequently- You don’t want to scorch the corn on the bottom of the pan so stir it frequently as it cooks.
• Use a good Garlic salt- I highly recommend Lawry’s brand for garlic salt because the flavor is just so darn good.

FAQ’s

Serving Suggestions

This recipe for how to cook frozen corn is such a versatile side dish. It goes well with meats, seafood, sandwiches, or other sides.

• Meats: Serve this corn as a side to a Ribeye Steak, Baked Breaded Chicken Cutlets, Air Fryer Pork Chops (VIDEO), or Garlic Butter Steak Bites.
• Seafood: Enjoy this sweet corn with Pesto Salmon, Pan Fried Cod with Sautéed Vegetables, Beer Battered Cod, or Air Fryer Shrimp.
• Sides: Pair it with some Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts, Super Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, or Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli.
• Sandwiches: Serve this alongside your favorite sandwiches, like this Brisket Sandwich, Chipotle Burger with Avocado Sauce, Turkey Croissant Sandwich, or Caprese Sandwich.

Make This Recipe in Advance

Make ahead: This is a quick recipe that can be made in minutes so you can easily make it right before serving. If you make it ahead, just store it in the fridge until you’re ready to reheat.

storing: Store this corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.

freezing: It’s not advisable to refreeze frozen corn because the second freezing causes the corn to break down and it will thaw mushy.

More Delicious Vegetable Dishes!

Full Recipe Instructions

How to Cook Frozen Corn.

Instructions

• Place the frozen corn along with the butter into a saucepan. Tip: to speed up the cooking process you can rinse your frozen corn in a mesh strainer with cold water to melt all the ice before adding it to the saucepan.
• Set the heat to medium-high and stir until the butter starts to melt. Add in the garlic salt and stir frequently, for another two minutes. Serve warm. Tip: I highly recommend Lawry’s brand for garlic salt because the flavor is just so darn good. But you can always use a little salt, garlic powder, and a pinch of dried parsley as a substitute.

Notes

• Rinse the frozen corn- Place the corn in a mesh strainer to rinse off and melt any ice. This will speed up the cooking process.
• Add the seasoning after the butter- Let the butter melt and coat the corn before adding the seasoning so it has something to stick to.
• Stir frequently- You don’t want to scorch the corn on the bottom of the pan so stir it frequently as it cooks.
• Use a good Garlic salt- I highly recommend Lawry’s brand for garlic salt because the flavor is just so darn good.

nutrition

, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,