Southwest Skillet Corn

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Jun. 27, 2023
"This colorful stir-fried side complements any Mexican menu nicely," says Marilyn Smudzinski of Peru, Illinois.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
  • 1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, saute red pepper and jalapeno in butter until tender. Add cumin; cook for 30 seconds. Add corn and cilantro; saute 2 minutes longer or until heated through.
Peppers (Hot)
Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 138 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 37mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.