Ahhh, delicious corn on the cob. One of the delights of summer and there’s even a whole day dedicated to it! National Corn on the Cob Day takes place this Saturday, 11th June and whether eaten plain, buttered and seasoned to perfection, sweet summer corn just can’t be beaten.
Green Isle’s frozen Mini Corn on the Cob (RRP €3.50) is the perfect choice to celebrate with, and you can serve it simply with butter or spice it up with flavoured toppings – the ideal go-to dish for BBQs and family meals this summer!
Pop it on the grill straight from the freezer and cook over a medium heat, turn occasionally until tender. Deliciously sweet on its own or season with your favourite toppings!
From Irish family favourite Green Isle, Mini Corn on the Cob is available now in supermarket stores nationwide and it’s quick, easy and convenient to cook! Carefully selected, picked at their peak and frozen at their freshest to lock in vitamins, minerals and flavour, Green Isle Mini Corn on the Cob contain all the nutrition of fresh vegetables, are a source of fibre and protein and help towards your 5 a day.
This recipe is guaranteed to put a summer smile on every face at the table.
Salt & Chilli Corn on the Cob
- Serves: 4
- Total time: 25 - 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 bag Green Isle Mini Corn on the Cob
- 1 tbsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp Chinese 5 spice
- 2 tbsps sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 long red chilli, thinly sliced
- 3 spring onions, sliced
- 1 bunch fresh coriander, leaves only
Method:
- Place the required amount of Green Isle Mini Corn Cobs into boiling water. Cover, bring back to the boil and simmer for 6-7 minutes. Alternatively, you can also steam the corn if you prefer.
- Add sesame oil to wok and toss corn until golden, remove from wok
- Add garlic, red chilli, spring onion, salt, pepper and 5 spice and toss for 30 seconds, add corn back in and toss to coat then throw in coriander and serve.
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