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Batar-kalan (ginger corn)

Corn kernels sautéed with garlic and fresh ginger, a fragrant and slightly spicy side dish. It is served hot alongside meats or sauces.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

Instructions

  1. Strip the kernels off the corn cobs with a knife, or thaw the frozen kernels.
  2. Peel the ginger and grate it finely. Crush the garlic.
  3. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook the ginger and garlic for 1 minute, stirring.
  5. Add the corn and sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, until the kernels are lightly golden.
  6. Season with salt, pepper and paprika, then toss.
  7. Serve straight away, with a drizzle of lime juice if you like.

Variations and tips

Grilled version. Leave the corn to brown without stirring for 2 minutes to get more caramelised kernels.

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Original Ecomely recipe.