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Korean Corn Cheese – So Easy! (VIDEO)

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Servings: 4

40 mins

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Creamy, cheesy Korean Corn Cheese is my favorite side dish when I go to Korean Barbecue! You’re going to love how easy it is to recreate this favorite at home!

Korean corn cheese side dish in a baking dish.

Watch the Korean Corn Cheese Recipe Video Below!

A Note from CJ

Korean Corn Cheese and more for KBBQ night at home!

Are you planning on having a Korean Barbecue night at home? Aside from Korean Corn Cheese, I have all of the recipes you’ll need!

Start with everyone’s favorite Korean Marinated Short Ribs (LA Galbi), Beef Bulgogi or Spicy Pork Bulgogi! You’ll need a plethora of side dishes (banchan) like Korean Spinach Side Dish, Korean Bean Sprout Side Dish, Korean Broccoli Salad, Korean Cucumber Salad, Korean Braised Potatoes, Korean Stir Fried Fish Cakes, Korean Braised Tofu, and Korean Egg Roll! Finish it with Kimchi Fried Rice and you have the perfect KBBQ night at home!

Ingredient Tips

Refer to the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and measurements!

  • corn, canned or fresh – I personally use canned for convenience but you can also use fresh corn.
  • butter – make sure to use unsalted butter. You can always add more salt if the dish needs it.
  • mayo – I love using Kewpie (Japanese mayo) – Kewpie mayo is used with only egg yolks, so it is richer and creamier than conventional mayo. You can use whatever mayo you prefer or have on hand.

How to Make Korean Corn Cheese

Remove water from the corn and onions – If using fresh corn, cut kernels off the cob and combine with diced onions in a small bowl. If using canned corn, rinse and drain before mixing with onions. Add the salt and let sit for 30 minutes, then drain any excess water that collects at the bottom.

Make the Korean Corn Cheese – Melt butter in a pan over medium high heat and add corn and onions and sauté about 5-6 min. Remove from the heat. Add mayo and sugar to corn/onions and mix to combine. Place the mixture into an oven safe dish and top with shredded mozarella cheese. Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and enjoy!

A 4 photo collage of the cooking steps on how to make Korean corn cheese side dish at home.

PRO TIPS

CJ’s Tips / Storage, Make Ahead, Reheating Tips

Remove as Much Moisture From the Corn – Whether you are using canned or fresh corn, you will need to remove as much moisture as possible from the corn before broiling – otherwise, you’ll end up with a soggy dish. The way to combat excess moisture is by salting the corn for 30 minutes before cooking – this extra step is key!

Storage, Make Ahead, Reheating Tips – Korean Corn Cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I usually microwave it to quickly reheat before eating.

If you want to prepare his dish in advance, cook the corn and onions and mix with mayo, sugar, and top with mozzarella cheese. Cover with saran wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Pull out of the refrigerator and pop into the oven to broil for 2-3 minutes before serving.

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5 from 9 votes

Korean Corn Cheese (AUTHENTIC!)

Servings: 4
Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Korean corn cheese side dish in a baking dish.
Korean Corn Cheese is a super popular Korean side dish that is loaded with lots of corn and melty, gooey mozzarella cheese! It's a decadent side that goes with anything!

Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • In a large bowl, rinse the corn and drain. Add the salt, onion, and mix together and let sit for 30 mintues. Drain the excess water that has pooled to the bottom. Do the same process if using canned corn.
  • Melt butter in a pan over medium high heat and add corn and onions and sauté 5-6 min until the corn and onions have softened. Turn off the heat, then add mayo and sugar to the pan and mix to combine.
  • In an oven safe dish, add the corn mixture and spread evenly in the dish. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  • Broil for 2-3 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbly. Enjoy!

Video

Notes

Whether you are using canned or fresh corn (I use canned for convenience), you will need to remove as much moisture as possible from the corn before broiling. If you do not remove excess moisture, you will end up with a soggy, watery Korean Corn Cheese. The way to combat excess moisture is by salting the corn for 30 minutes before cooking – this extra step is key!
If using fresh corn, remove kernels and place in a small bowl with diced onions. Lightly salt for 30 minutes. Remove any water that has pooled on the bottom of the bowl before mixing with mayo and sugar.
If using canned corn, drain the corn and rinse with water. Add drained corn into a small bowl with diced onions and lightly salt for 30 minutes. Remove any water that has pooled on the bottom of the bowl before mixing with mayo and sugar.
Use unsalted butter. You can always add more salt if the dish needs it.
I love using Kewpie (Japanese mayo) – Kewpie mayo is used with only egg yolks, so it is richer and creamier than conventional mayo. You can use whatever mayo you prefer or have on hand.
Storage, Reheating, and Make-Ahead Instructions – Korean Corn Cheese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I usually microwave it to quickly reheat before eating.
If you want to prepare his dish in advance, cook the corn and onions and mix with mayo, sugar, and top with mozzarella cheese. Cover with saran wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Pull out of the refrigerator and pop into the oven to broil for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 584kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 18gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 576mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 977IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 294mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
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About CJ

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9 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This was great! Though, admittedly I did change it based on need and available ingredients.

    As a base for a recipe though, this was solid, and I will go back to it!

    I only had Duke’s Mayo, so I decided to make this a more savory dish, using plenty of salt, and sauteing with garlic and pepper.

    I also added some horseradish to the Mayo, and then used cheddar and Brie because I didn’t have mozzarella.

    It was a crowd pleaser!

    I feel a little bad deviating from your recipe, but, thank you for the idea. I will make it again!

  2. 5 stars
    So easy to make! I love that I can make this anytime I want now without having to go to KBBQ!

    @michelle_quay

  3. 5 stars
    So easy to make! I love that I can make this anytime I want now without having to go to KBBQ!

  4. Been seeing these in kdrama and IG. Easy steps and easy ingredients and can’t go wrong with canned corn. Best combo! @the.jojo.h

  5. 5 stars
    Hosted and made kbbq at home one day and this corn was a hit. I broiled and served it on mini cast iron skillets (the ones you find during Christmas with cookie dough)