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Hittin' Up the Heat with a Floridian Twist: Corn3-style Corn Side Dish
Craving that sweet summer corn magic, but want to put a Florida spin on it? Look no further! Time to channel the vibes of Miami's Root & Bone and create a Corn3-inspired delight. Here's your step-by-step guide to making this luscious, layered corn side dish.
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Skill Level: Medium
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Active Time: 40 mins
Ingredients
Grilled Sweet Corn
- 6-7 ears sweet corn, husked and silked
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chives (for garnish)
Cornbread Butter
- 2 cups leftover cornbread, crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 pound salted butter, cut into cubes
- 1 tbsp Tabasco
Popcorn
- 1/3 cup popcorn kernels
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional: chili powder or paprika for added heat
Instructions
Grilled Sweet Corn
- Preheat Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush Corn: Brush corn ears with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Grill Corn: Place the corn on the grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until slightly charred.
- Finish with Butter or Cheese: Once cooked, brush with melted butter if desired.
Cornbread Butter
- Crumb Cornbread: Break down cornbread into crumbles.
- Simmer Cornbread: In a medium saucepan, combine the crumbled cornbread, heavy cream, milk, and sugar, and simmer until cornbread becomes soft (approx 10 minutes).
- Blend to Puree: Transfer mixture to a blender or food processor; blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add Flavor and Emulsify: Add the Tabasco and then slowly add the cubes of butter while blender is running, until all butter is emulsified into mixture. Set aside and keep warm.
Popcorn
- Pop Popcorn: In a large pot over medium heat, add the canola oil and swirl it around. Add popcorn kernels, cover the pot, and wait for them to pop.
- Season Popcorn: Once popped, sprinkle with salt and any additional desired seasonings.
Assembly
- Grilled Corn Base: Place a piece of grilled sweet corn on each plate.
- Cornbread Puree: Spoon some cornbread puree alongside or over the corn.
- Garnish with Popcorn: Top with a handful of popcorn.
- Optional Garnishes: Consider additional garnishes like chopped herbs or chilies for color and flavor.
Feeling that Florida heat in every bite, y'all! This dish offers a rich and delightful experience, with multiple textures combining to create a stellar corn side dish. Just remember, practice makes perfect, so keep on cooking and enjoy!
- Uncategorized: This Corn3-inspired, grilled corn side dish features crumbled cornbread butter and popcorn, offering a unique blend of flavors from Florida and beyond.
- Nutrition: The Corn3 side dish, when prepared as directed, consists of 6-8 servings, with each serving containing a mix of grilled corn, cornbread butter, and popcorn. Be mindful of any added seasonings, like salt, chili powder, or paprika, and enjoy this Medium-skilled dish in moderation.
- Recipes: To create this dish, begin by grilling sweet corn, followed by the preparation of cornbread butter and popcorn, and finally, assembling the layered dish with each ingredient. Follow the comprehensive instructions provided for best results.
- Corn3, canola, east: This Floridian twist on a classic corn side dish includes grilled corn brushed with olive oil, cornbread butter made with leftover cornbread, heavy cream, and milk, and popcorn flavored with canola oil and salt. Embrace the vibrant flavors of southern cuisine, Miami-style.
