Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn Recipe

Introduction

This easy Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn Recipe is a creamy, buttery side dish made with butter, sugar, and cream.

Nothing is as comforting as a plain bowl of buttery corn that flows down your throat. And you need not be told that their Butter Corn is legendary when you have ever been to Texas Roadhouse. 

Not only corn, but silky and sweet and salty and rich and warm, all at the same time. The type of side food that you do not just scrape around your plate, but instead, you look forward to it even more than the steak.

Today, I am taking you through the process of transforming the same restaurant flavor to your kitchen using my own interpretation of the Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn Recipe. 

It is a promise, it is so easy that you will be able to make it on a busy weeknight, yet it is decadent enough to feature on a holiday dinner table.

Your aprons, boys–this is going to be buttery.

What is Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn?

In the simplest form, it is corn (fresh, frozen, or even canned), cooked with butter, sugar, and a bit of creaminess until it becomes something oily. The secret of Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn is, however, in the balance:

• Tastiness of the corn and the assurance of sugar.
• Butter and cream opulence.
• To complete the whole process, savory saltiness.

It is not a boiled corn with butter put on top; it is a dish that is covered with flavors that embrace one another.

My Story of the Discovery of Texas Roadhouse Corn

I had a funny experience the first time I tried it. This thought crossed my mind: How can corn taste this good? I went to Texas Roadhouse to have a steak, but to tell the truth? The corn stole the show.

It was light and heavy at the same time, seasoned to the top, and so addictive that I had to return to the dish again and again to get one more spoonful. That night, I realized that I needed to learn how to do this at home. 

And, after doing much fiddling around (and as much corn as I could consume in the evening, no regrets), I came to this recipe of Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn, which only leaves me as satisfied as the restaurant version.

Equipment

• Medium saucepan or skillet
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Colander (if using canned corn)
• Serving bowl

Ingredients

• 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Corn

When you are using fresh corn, remove it from the cob. When frozen, there is no need to thaw–into the pan. If canned, drain well.

Step 2: Melt the Butter

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Allow it to become slightly golden and nutty–this gives it the added richness.

Step 3: Add the Corn

Add the corn kernels and then stir them in the butter. Allow them to sizzle between 3 and 5 minutes.

Step 4: Creamy Sweetness

Add sugar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Then pour in the cream. Stir and simmer everything approximately 8-10 minutes, until all the corn is tender, creamy, and buttery delicious.

Step 5: Taste and Adjust

And this is the magic place -try it. Add more salt if you need. Others even prefer that cute addition of a sprinkle of sugar to get that trademark balance.

Step 6: Serve and Garnish

Pour into a serving dish, serve with parsley, and warm.

Why This Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn Recipe Works

Balanced Flavors – It is not so sweet or too salty, but just in between.

Smooth Consistency- Butter and cream make a smooth, luxurious sauce.

Flexible – Can be used with fresh, frozen, or tinned corn.

Crowd Pleaser- Picky kids to steak fanatics, all sink their teeth.

Secrets to the Ideal Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn

• Unsalted butter is used to ensure that the quantity of salt is regulated.
• Fresh corn in the summer? Absolute game-changer.
• Want it creamier? Add more cream. Want it lighter? Substitute the cream with butter.
• A slight dusting of cayenne pepper provides a hint of the warm.

Variations to Try

Cheesy Corn: Add 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or parmesan before cooking.

Spicy Corn: Dice a jalapeño and add it or sprinkle it with chili flakes.

Corn, Garlic-Lover: Before sautéing corn, add fresh minced garlic that has been cooked in butter.

Bacon Buttered Corn: Crispy bacon bits should be folded in at the end (this one will vanish quickly).

Serving Suggestions

It is not a side dish, it is a star, which can shine with nearly anything:

• Classic steak dinner
• Fried chicken and biscuits
• BBQ ribs and baked beans
• Christmas or Thanksgiving dinners.
• Hot dog and burger summer BBQs.

Make-Ahead and Storage

Fridge: Keep the leftovers in an airtight container no more than 3 days.

Reheat: Heat in the stove with a splash of cream or milk.

Freezer: Freeze within a zip bag, not longer than 2 months. Defrost and reheat gently.

What makes us All Love Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn?

It is comfort food, and it is lavish but not complex. It is also sentimental, and it brings back the memory of family dinners, cookouts, or holidays. And honestly? It is among those dishes that show that simple food may turn out to be something extra with the help of a bit of love.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make this Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn Recipe vegan?

Yes! Use vegan butter instead of the butter and oat cream or coconut milk.

2. Can I use canned creamed corn?

It will not be the same–too squashy. Stick with whole kernels.

3. Can I double this Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn Recipe?

Absolutely. It is just a matter of a larger pot and constant stirring.

Final Thoughts

This Texas Roadhouse Buttered Corn Recipe proves that the simplest things can be as luxurious as possible when done with proper treatment. Be it a weeknight side or the main dish of your vacation table, it is sure to make smiles, seconds, and possibly even thirds.

The best part? It is fast, maneuverable, and so soothing. After making it, you will most likely never desire plain boiled corn again.

But melt that butter, and shake a little magic, and pour this golden honey out on your plate with pride.

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