Korean Corn Cheese Recipe

Rating 5.0
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| Last Updated on May 7, 2024
Irresistibly buttery Korean corn cheese is a popular side dish or snack in Korean restaurants and bars. Enjoy this bubbly, golden dish paired with grilled meat, fried chicken or even chips.
Side Dish
Korean
9
ingredients
6
steps
25
minutes
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Ingredients

Servings:
8
2
10-ounce bags of frozen corn, thawed
1
red bell or poblano pepper, diced
6 tbsp
Japanese mayonnaise, see notes 1
2 tsp
granulated sugar
1/2 tsp
kosher salt
1/4 tsp
black pepper
2 tbsp
unsalted butter
1 1/2 - 2 cup(s)
shredded mozzarella cheese
2
scallions, thinly sliced
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Directions 6 steps | 25 Minutes

Step 1

Preheat the broiler. Measure and prep all ingredients. 

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Preheat the broiler.
Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the corn, red bell (or poblano) pepper, Japanese mayonnaise, granulated sugar, kosher salt and black pepper.

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: In a medium bowl, combine the corn, red bell (or poblano) pepper, Japanese mayonnaise, granulated sugar, kosher salt and black pepper.
Step 3

In a 12-inch cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over high heat, melt the butter. Add the corn mixture and sauté just until warmed, 3-4 minutes.

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: In a 12-inch cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over high heat, melt the butter.
Step 4

Spread the mixture evenly into a single layer, then cover with cheese.

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Spread the mixture evenly into a single layer, then cover with cheese.
Step 5

Set the skillet on the rack nearest the broiler and cook until the cheese is golden brown in spots, about 4-5 minutes. (See notes 2.) 

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Set the skillet on the rack nearest the broiler and cook until the cheese is golden brown in spots, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 6

Sprinkle with the scallions and enjoy while it's hot and cheesy!

Korean Corn Cheese Recipe: Sprinkle with the scallions and enjoy while it's hot and cheesy!

Notes:

  1. Kewpie mayonnaise is preferred.
  2. Keep a close eye on it to be sure it doesn’t burn, as oven temperatures may vary.

Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
351
FAT
25.8 g
PROTEIN
14.6 g
CARBS
18 g
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Ruth M.

Ruth

02 Jul 2025

this simple corn dish is amazing

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Ruth M.

Cozymeal Team Member

02 Jul 2025

We’re so glad you loved it! Sometimes the simplest dishes are the most satisfying.


Carmela G.

Carmela

Cozymeal Team Member

08 Apr 2024

Easy to make with basic pantry ingredients and versatile enough to serve as a side dish or a dip. The combination of sweet corn with melted cheese and a hint of mayonnaise creates a comforting dish that's perfect for sharing.

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