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Daddy's Fried Corn and Onions

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"Combining my two favorites, fried onions and fresh corn, my husband came up with this very simple, delicious side dish." — MOMOF2BOYS

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

4 ears fresh corn
2 tablespoons butter

1 small sweet onion, diced
salt and pepper to taste

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Directions

Cut corn kernels from cob. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Saute corn kernels just until tender, then mix in onion. Continue to saute until onion is just beginning to turn crispy. Season with salt and pepper. Enjoy warm or cold.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 15 mins
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For the people who said this was too fatty and too buttery (1/2 tablespoon per serving!)- This is really a nutritionally friendly recipe! Read Nutrition Information: Amount Per Serving = Calories: 161; Total Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 16mg; Sodium: 384mg; Total Carbs: 25.6g; Dietary Fiber: 3.1g; Protein: 3.5g

—SELEA

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Jul 24, 2003

It was ok... not really worth the effort.

—SpeechPathologist

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May 30, 2004

I used this as a side dish for Aussie Chicken from this site. I needed to cook some bacon for the chicken and I saw some reviewrs say that they thought a bit of crumbled bacon would taste good with this side dish. So, I used just a little bit of the bacon drippings to "fry" up the corn and onions. The result was amazing. It tasted wonderful and the hubby and I both really liked. I know not a healthy dish...but who cares. Tasted great. Thanks for the post.

—Momof2

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Jul 24, 2003

I substituted 2 cups of corn for the 4 fresh ears-this was a great side with barbecued ribs.

—GINAH1

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Sep 30, 2003

I grew up with this. I often add some chopped green bell peppers and on occassion, some fried bacon (crumbled). However, it really is good as is. Great side to burgers or grilled BBQ chicken. Fresh sweet corn is the best but I have used frozen corn w/ decent results.

—DREGINEK

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Jul 24, 2003

thought everybody knew about this.For winter use,blanch the ears and then cool in ice water.Cut off of ears and freeze.This way you will have it for winter days and never open a can of that bland and tasteless stuff again

—MICHAEL HARRY

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Jul 24, 2003

Really good! I added some fresh garlic too.

—AJS1974

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Jul 24, 2003

Ive done this several times. It's very good for such a simple recipe. Sometimes I add red bell pepper for color and flavor. My kids actually love it!

—LILROSEGLOW

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Nutrition

Calories
162 kcal
8%

Carbohydrates
25.9 g
8%

Cholesterol
15 mg
5%

Fat
6.9 g
11%

Fiber
3.1 g
12%

Protein
3.4 g
7%

Sodium
367 mg
15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Daddy's Fried Corn and Onions

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 162
Calories from Fat: 63

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.9g 11 %
Saturated Fat 3.8g 19 %
Cholesterol 15mg 5 %
Sodium 367mg 15 %
Potassium 277mg 8 %
Total Carbohydrates 25.9g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 3.1g 12 %
Protein 3.4g 7 %
Sugars 4.3g
Vitamin A 8 %
Vitamin C 14 %
Calcium 1 %
Iron 6 %
** Thiamin 19 %
Niacin 15 %
Vitamin B6 6 %
Magnesium 12 %
Folate 27 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.