Creamy Corn with Garlic and Thyme
4 servings
30 minutes
Creamy corn with garlic and thyme is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that embodies simplicity and harmony of flavors. Tender kernels of young corn soaked in butter acquire a velvety texture, while aromatic garlic and fresh thyme add a piquant depth of taste. This dish evokes rustic recipes enjoyed on sunny terraces in Mediterranean countries. It pairs wonderfully with meat or fish or can be a standalone gastronomic delight. Creamy corn with thyme is not just a side dish but a cozy embrace of flavors that awakens warm memories.
1
Use a sharp knife to cut the corn kernels into a bowl.
- Baby corn: 9 pieces
2
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Butter: 4 tablespoons
- Garlic: 1 clove
3
Add corn and thyme. Season with salt, make a small fire, cover with a lid, and cook, stirring, until soft, about 25-30 minutes (if the corn is not very young and juicy, add a little water).
- Baby corn: 9 pieces
- Chopped fresh thyme: 1 teaspoon
- Coarse salt: to taste
4
Mix in the remaining butter, stir, and serve immediately.
- Butter: 4 tablespoons