Spicy "Creamed" Corn (Dairy-Free)

⏱ 30 mins 🍽 6 serving(s) 🏷 Corn

This dairy-free creamed corn gets its rich texture from pureed fresh corn kernels, creating a creamy consistency without any dairy. A base of sautéed onion is combined with whole corn kernels, minced serrano chilli, and the corn puree for a flavourful and slightly spicy vegetarian side dish. It is finished with a bright touch of lime juice and fresh herbs. The recipe serves six and is ready in about 30 minutes.

Spicy "Creamed" Corn (Dairy-Free)

Ingredients

  • 10 -12 ears fresh corn, husked
  • 3/4 cup vegetable broth or 3/4 cup water, divided
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 1 serrano chili, minced (about 1 tbl)
  • 1 -2 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 -2 tablespoon lemon juice, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon shredded fresh basil (or other herbs) or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (or other herbs)
  • salt
  • ground black pepper

Method

  1. Use a serrated knife to cut the kernels from the ears of corn, aiming for roughly 6 cups. Mince the serrano chilli, removing the seeds if preferred.
  2. Place 1 cup of the corn kernels and 1/2 cup of the broth into a blender and process until completely smooth. Set this puree aside.
  3. Warm the oil in a large skillet. Add the chopped onion and a pinch of salt, then lower the heat and cook, stirring now and then, for about 8 minutes until the onion turns golden.
  4. Put the rest of the corn kernels into the skillet with another pinch of salt and cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Mix in the minced chilli and the reserved corn puree. Let the mixture come to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Add the leftover broth, the lime juice, and your chosen fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper, then let it simmer for a further minute before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium116700 mg

Recipe details

CategoryCorn
Authorduonyte