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    Home » Recipes » Side » Bacon Fried Corn

    Bacon Fried Corn

    Published: Apr 20, 2021 · Modified: Jun 15, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    Bacon Fried Corn is an easy side dish your family will love! Fried corn with bacon can be served at summer BBQs and holiday dinners as well!

    Bacon fried corn in a skillet.

    Boiled corn on the cob is one of our favorite things to eat during the summer. But there are so many other ways to enjoy sweet corn, and what could be better than combining fried corn with bacon?!! In this recipe, the fresh sweet corn is cooked in bacon grease, and it also has crispy, crumbled bacon in it.

    In This Post

    • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    • Bacon Fried Corn Ingredients and Substitutions
    • How To Make Fried Corn with Bacon
    • More Ways To Make Fried Sweet Corn
      • Cajun Fried Corn
      • Creamy Fried Corn
      • Spicy Fried Corn
    • Make Ahead and Storage
    • What Others Want To Know
    • More Corn Recipes

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    No matter what you choose for a main dish, it’s always nice to have something to eat alongside it. Pan fried corn is popular in the summer because of the availability of corn on the cob. But it is also served year-round, with canned and frozen corn taking the place of fresh corn.

    • You only need four ingredients to make Southern fried corn!
    • It is easy to prepare and goes with most main dishes.
    • The bacon adds flavor and a crunchy aspect.
    • You can serve it at backyard cookouts as well as holiday dinners!

    Bacon Fried Corn Ingredients and Substitutions

    six unpeeled ears of sweet corn
    • Corn: Fresh corn on the cob is the best choice for this recipe! Look for it at farmer’s markets and farm stands when possible or in the produce section of the grocery store. When sweet corn isn’t in season, you can use frozen or canned corn.
    • Bacon: You’ll need 5-6 slices of cooked and crumbled bacon and some of the grease from frying it. We do not recommend using store-bought bacon bits for this recipe.
    • Oil: This recipe uses both butter and bacon grease to fry the corn!
    • Pepper: We felt that this skillet fried corn had enough salt from the butter and the bacon, so we only added black pepper for seasoning.

    How To Make Fried Corn with Bacon

    a corn peeler tool and peeled corn kernels on a cutting board along with a few unpeeled cobs of corn

    First, shuck the corn on the cob and remove the silks. Then, rinse the peeled cobs of corn and then cut the corn off of the cob. This can be a little messy, and a few kernels are bound to go flying. If you don’t want to cut the kernels off, we suggest making air fryer corn on the cob instead. Otherwise, here are a few suggestions for cutting the corn off of the cob:

    • Bundt Pan: Stand one end of the cob on the center cone of the bundt pan. Cut the corn off of the cob, allowing it to fall into the pan.
    • Roasting Pan: Use a roasting pan instead of a bundt pan since it is bigger and may catch more kernels.
    • Corn Peeler: Try a corn peeler like the one above to peel the corn from the cob.
    Two pats of butter in a black skillet.

    Melt the bacon grease and butter in a large frying pan or cast iron skillet. We cooked our bacon in the oven (it’s our FAVORITE way to make bacon) and reserved some of the bacon drippings. You can fry the bacon on the stovetop and then discard all but two tablespoons of drippings if you prefer.

    A white spoon-shaped spatula stirring kernels in a skillet.

    Add the fresh corn kernels and stir to coat them with the bacon grease and butter.

    A white spoon-shaped spatula stirring kernels in a skillet.

    Cook and stir the corn for 4-6 minutes until it is tender.

    bacon, pepper and corn in a pan

    Then add the cooked, crumbled bacon bits and the black pepper. Continue frying the corn until the bacon is heated through.

    More Ways To Make Fried Sweet Corn

    Cajun Fried Corn

    Give your bacon fried corn New Orleans-style flavor with cajun seasoning! Simply add 1-2 teaspoons of cajun seasoning to the fried corn with the bacon bits and black pepper.

    Creamy Fried Corn

    Creamy fried corn is a delicious variation of this recipe! To make a creamy version, add 1/4 cup of heavy cream and four ounces of softened cream cheese. Stir over medium heat until the cream cheese is melted.

    Spicy Fried Corn

    With a few additional ingredients, you can turn this Southern fried corn into spicy fried corn! Add more or less of the spicy ingredients depending on your family’s preferences.

    • Saute 1/4 cup of diced onions and 1/4 cup of diced bell peppers in the butter and bacon grease for 2-3 minutes.
    • Add 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
    • Then, add the corn along with 1-2 teaspoons of seeded, minced jalapenos. Stir fry for 4-6 minutes.
    • Finally, add the bacon bits and black pepper, along with 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and a couple of dashes of hot sauce.
    a close-up photo of the bacon and corn in the pan

    Make Ahead and Storage

    • Make Ahead: Bacon fried corn is best when you eat it right after making it. We do not suggest cooking it ahead of time since the bacon won’t stay crispy. Instead, to prep the recipe ahead of time, cook and crumble the bacon and cut the corn off the cob. Store the prepared ingredients in the fridge until you are ready to prepare the dish.
    • Storage: Allow leftovers to cool completely and then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to two months.
    • Reheating: You can reheat fried corn with bacon in a skillet or in the microwave.
    a wooden spoon with peppered corn and bacon in it

    What Others Want To Know

    What else can I add to fried corn?

    There are so many things you can add to bacon fried corn besides just bacon bits! Other popular ingredients to add are diced bell peppers, diced onions, minced jalapeños, minced garlic, and chives.

    How do you make fried canned corn?

    It’s made the same way! Simply substitute canned corn for corn on the cob. You’ll need two 15.25-ounce cans of whole-kernel corn. Drain the corn beforehand.

    Can I use frozen corn?

    Since fresh corn on the cob isn’t always available, frozen corn is a great alternative. You’ll need about 3 1/2 cups of corn to replace six ears of sweet corn. You can either thaw the frozen corn beforehand or cook it longer.

    What is fried corn made of?

    Fried corn is made with corn on the cob, bacon, butter, and black pepper.

    More Corn Recipes

    • You can freeze corn on the cob so that you can eat sweet corn year-round!
    • Grilled corn in the husks is a super easy way to make corn on the cob!
    • This Corn Dip is our favorite summer appetizer!
    • Make Corn Salad with Doritos for a tasty side dish!
    • Corn Fritters are crispy balls of dough with corn kernels inside.
    Bacon fried corn in a skillet.

    Bacon Fried Corn

    Bacon Fried Corn is an easy side dish your family will love! Fried corn with bacon can be served at summer BBQs and holiday dinners as well!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 7
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    Equipment

    OXO Corn Peeler
    All-Clad Fry Pan Set

    Ingredients

    • 6 ears corn on the cob about 3 1/2 cups kernels
    • 2 tablespoon bacon grease
    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • ½ cup bacon crumbles about 5-6 slices
    • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Peel the corn and remove the silks. Rinse the corn on the cob and cut the corn kernels off the cob.
    • Melt the bacon grease and butter in a large frying pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat.
    • Add the corn and stir to coat. Cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring often, until tender.
    • Stir in the bacon crumbles and season with black pepper.

    Video

    Notes

    One: Storage

    Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to two months.

    Two: Cajun

    Add 1-2 teaspoons of cajun seasoning.

    Three: Creamy

    Add 1/4 cup of heavy cream and 4 ounces of softened cream cheese.

    Four: Spicy

    Saute 1/4 cup diced peppers and 1/4 cup of bell peppers in the butter and bacon grease for 2-3 minutes. Add 1/3 teaspoon minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Next, add the fresh corn kernels and 1-2 teaspoons of seeded and minced jalapenos. Stir fry for 4-6 minutes. Then, add the bacon bits, black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and a couple of dashes of hot sauce.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 285mg | Potassium: 211mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.4mg
    Course: Side
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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