Description
Korean Corn Cheese is a deliciously cheesy and creamy side dish featuring sweet corn, melted mozzarella cheese, and a hint of sweetness, all baked to bubbly perfection. This easy-to-make appetizer combines sautéed onions and garlic with mayonnaise and corn, topped with gooey cheese and fresh green onions for a savory treat that pairs wonderfully with Korean BBQ or can be enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 medium onion, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium ears sweet corn (about 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup Kewpie mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Saute the onions and garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a small cast-iron skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced onion and garlic, cooking them until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add corn, mayo, sugar, and cheese: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the corn kernels, Kewpie mayonnaise, and sugar. Add 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese, mixing everything to combine evenly.
- Top with cheese and bake: Spread the corn mixture evenly in the skillet. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Optional broil for golden top: For a beautifully golden crust, broil the corn cheese for 1 to 2 minutes at the end of baking. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the chopped green onions on top. Serve the Korean Corn Cheese warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh sweet corn ears for the best natural sweetness, or substitute with frozen corn if needed.
- Kewpie mayonnaise is preferred for its unique flavor, but you can use regular mayonnaise if unavailable.
- Keep an eye during broiling to avoid burning the cheese topping.
- This dish is best served fresh and warm, but leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated before serving.
- For added spice, sprinkle some chili flakes or drizzle with sriracha before serving.
