Fried Corn with Thyme, Shallots & Chilies

Fried Corn with Thyme, Shallots & Chilies (Serves 4-6)

by dale reinert

Ingredients

4 Tbls unsalted butter

4 shallots, finely chopped

1 red chile, finely diced (or 1\4 tsp red chile flake)

1 32-oz package frozen petit, yellow corn (defrosted and drained)

3 Tbls fresh thyme leaves, chopped

Kosher salt

Pepper

Procedure

1. Melt butter in a heavy frying pan or chef’s pan. When hot, add the shallots and cook until translucent and tender, about 2-3 minutes.
2. Add the red diced chile and stir for about 2 minutes more.
3. Add the corn and fry for 10 minutes or until heated thoroughly. Then add the thyme, salt and pepper and continue to stir another 2-3 minutes.