Fried Corn with Bacon (Printable Format)

Sweet corn sautéed with crispy bacon and onions, creating a mouthwatering savory side dish.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 6 slices bacon, diced
02 - 1/4 to 1/3 cup diced onion, optional
03 - 4 cups corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
04 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
05 - Salt, to taste
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions, optional

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place diced bacon in a cold skillet. Cook over medium heat until most of the fat is rendered. Increase heat slightly and continue cooking until bacon is crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels, leaving about 1 tablespoon bacon grease in the pan.
02 - If using, add diced onion to the skillet and cook in the bacon fat for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent and softened.
03 - Stir in corn kernels. Add sugar, salt, and black pepper. Sauté over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes or until corn begins to caramelize and develops golden-brown edges.
04 - Return the crispy bacon to the skillet and toss to combine. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped chives or green onions, if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Supplementary Details:

01 - For optimal flavor, use peak-season fresh corn and be sure not to crowd the skillet to encourage caramelization.