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This recipe’s name may be a mouthful to say but I think it describes this 5-minute healthy snack perfectly! This was a childhood classic for me. I’m going to be honest with you and admit that I ate the entire can of corn for a snack! If you haven’t made this before, then you’ll see how a medium-sized can of corn actually doesn’t make that much! My sister and I would each have a can to ourselves, and honestly we probably could have even had seconds!
I hadn’t had this chili corn in years. I’ll be honest with you and that I’m not the biggest corn eater. When I was making this, I honestly forgot how easy it is to make and how flavorful it is. After going so long without having it, I was wondering why I don’t make this for myself? It’s just so delicious and it’s ready in a blink of an eye!
If you’re looking to spice up your healthy snack arsenal for yourself or for kiddos, then I definitely recommend you print this recipe (the FULL PRINTABLE recipe card is at the bottom of this post!) to save it for later! This is such a popular recipe to give children in order to get them to eat their veggies, but I’m sure that this can be enjoyed by all! On the flip side, I’m sure that this recipe is going to please even the pickiest of eaters. I know that this was such a fun way to enjoy veggies at snack time!
This chili corn made Indian-style consists of buttery corn with green chilies and cumin seeds. It’s so simple but really packs in lots of flavor! You could certainly use the kernels from corn on the cob if that’s what you’d like to do, but to make this super convenient, canned corn works just fine!
Additionally, you can make this recipe vegan by using any cooking oil instead of the butter. However, I just find that butter is the best cooking fat to use for the corn here. Another tasty option to cook the corn is some ghee!
Not big on spice? No problem! You can reduce the amount of green chilies or omit them altogether. The cumin seeds and butter would be excellent with the corn!
You could serve this as a side dish if you want, but I’ve never done that. For me, this is just an awesome stand-alone afternoon or evening snack. If you are going to make this as a side dish, then let me know! I’d be very curious to see what actually goes with this corn recipe!
Why Make This Indian Masala Corn Recipe?
Let me convince you that this will become your next go-to healthy snack! Take it to work or have it in front of the TV, this is perfect for any occasion!
Yes, corn is very fibrous and filling, making it an awesome snack!
Are you ready to give this crunchy and spicy corn chili snack a try? Then read on and let’s get to our tasty and super quick snack recipe!
Ingredients for Indian-Style Corn
Only five ingredients are needed to make this quick and delicious corn snack! Here’s our list:
- Canned corn (I’m using canned corn but you can use corn on the cob or frozen kernels if you’d like)
- Butter
- Green chilies
- Cumin seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
You may already have everything to make this, so if you’re feeling peckish right now, then definitely follow along and prepare yourself this delicious crunchy snack right now!
How to Make This Quick Masala Corn Recipe
- Heat a pot/pan on medium heat and add butter.
- Add cumin seeds and green chilies, stir well and cook until aromatic.
- Drain most of the water from the can and add the corn to the pan. Stir well and bring to simmer to evaporate most of the water.
- Season with salt and pepper and cook until warmed through. Snack away!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh or frozen corn instead of canned?▼
Yes — the recipe uses canned sweet corn for speed, but corn on the cob or frozen kernels work just as well. With frozen, just cook a little longer to drive off the extra moisture.
What spices are in masala corn?▼
It's beautifully simple: butter, cumin seeds and green chilies, seasoned with salt and pepper. That's all it takes to turn plain corn into a warm, buttery, lightly spiced snack.
Is masala corn spicy?▼
The heat comes from green chilies added to taste, so you're in control. Use a little for gentle warmth, more for a real kick, or skip them for a mild, buttery version.
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