Creamy sweet corn skillet with mayo, mozzarella, and scallions
Korean Cheese Corn
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
12 min
Total Time
22 min
Servings
4
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Korean Cheese Corn
Creamy sweet corn skillet with mayo, mozzarella, and scallions
A simple Korean-style side of sweet corn baked or broiled with mayo and cheese until bubbling and golden.
10m
Prep Time
12m
Cook Time
22m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Cheese corn is one of those restaurant side dishes that looks almost too simple until you remember how good sweet corn and molten cheese are together. It works as a side, snack, or party dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups corn kernels
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 scallions, sliced
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven or broiler.
- 2
Mix the corn with the mayonnaise, butter, half the cheese, and half the scallions.
- 3
Spread in a small oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
- 4
Top with the remaining cheese and broil or bake until bubbly and browned.
- 5
Finish with the remaining scallions.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve over steamed jasmine or sticky rice
Pair with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi
Add a drizzle of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor
Arrange on a platter for easy sharing at your next gathering
Substitutions
MozzarellaMonterey Jack
Jack melts well and keeps the same gooey effect
MayonnaiseKewpie mayo
Kewpie makes the corn slightly richer and more savory-sweet
FlavorPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Gochujang
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the pantry staple matters
Korean recipes often get much of their identity from a few core pantry ingredients. Gochujang is one of the most versatile places to start.
This is the pantry move that usually shifts the flavor most.
- Adds heat, sweetness, and depth
- Useful in sauces, bowls, and marinades
A tub of gochujang tends to pull double duty across a lot of Korean cooking.
Shop gochujang for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
Use a shallow dish so you get more browned cheese on top.
A pinch of sugar can help mimic the sweeter restaurant version if you want that.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Reheating
Reheat under the broiler or in the microwave until hot.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 serving) · 4 servings
Calories250
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein8g
Carbohydrates18g
Fat17g
Fiber2g
Sugar5g
Sodium350mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use canned corn?
- Yes. Drain it well first.
- Is it supposed to be sweet?
- Often a little sweet, though that is adjustable to taste.
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About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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