If there’s one side dish you’ll find on almost every Korean barbecue table, it’s Korean Cheese Corn.
Its sweet, buttery corn and gooey melted mozzarella make it an instant favorite for regulars and newcomers alike.
Korean Cheese Corn pairs sweet corn with melted mozzarella, served hot as a side or appetizer in Korean restaurants.
This recipe shows you how to bake it easily at home so you can enjoy this popular Korean side without leaving the house.
If you’re hosting a Korean barbecue at home, add this irresistible dish to your menu.
This recipe is simple to make and takes under 20 minutes to prepare.
Table of Contents
- What does Korean Cheese Corn Taste Like?
- What to Eat with Korean Cheese Corn
- Equipment Needed
- Ingredients
- Recipe
- Final Thoughts
What does Korean Cheese Corn Taste Like?
With just a few ingredients, Korean Cheese Corn showcases the best of both components: the natural sweetness and juiciness of corn combined with rich, melty mozzarella.
A touch of Kewpie mayo, butter, and sugar adds a gentle tang and sweetness, while salt, pepper, and green onion brighten and balance the dish.
Each bite is creamy, slightly sweet, and savory, making it a perfect complement to grilled meats and spicy dishes.
What to Eat with Korean Cheese Corn
Korean Cheese Corn is versatile—dip a bite of your main into the cheesy corn and enjoy the satisfying cheese pull.
Popular pairings include:
- Grilled Korean barbecue meats like bulgogi or galbi
- Tteokbokki (spicy braised rice cakes)
- Korean fried chicken
- Ramen—add a spoonful of cheese corn on top
- Grilled sausages, kimchi fried rice, or potato wedges
It’s also commonly served as a drinking snack alongside beverages and small plates.
Equipment Needed
- Oven-safe baking dish (pyrex, cast iron, mini loaf pan, ramekin, etc.)
- Mixing bowl(s)
- Foil
Restaurants often cook the corn in small foil cups on the grill or serve it sizzling on a hot plate. At home, any oven-safe dish will work—a wider, shallow dish helps the cheese melt evenly.
Ingredients
- 9 oz sweet yellow corn
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp Kewpie mayo
- ½ cup green onion, chopped
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Oil or butter, for the baking dish
Recipe
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
- In a bowl, combine the corn, mozzarella, Kewpie mayo, chopped green onion, butter, sugar, and salt and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
- Brush a small oven-safe dish with oil or butter. Transfer the mixture and spread it to a depth of about 1–2 inches.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Note: Keep the cheese mixture to 1–2 inches deep so it melts evenly. If your dish is narrow and tall, split the mixture between two dishes or use a wider dish.
Final Thoughts
This straightforward recipe delivers a sticky, satisfying side that’s hard to resist. It’s perfect for sharing—and for testing how far you can stretch the cheese.
If you try this recipe, enjoy it alongside your favorite Korean dishes and share how you served it.
Easy Baked Korean Cheese Corn
Equipment
- Oven-safe baking dish
- Mixing bowl(s)
- Foil
Ingredients
- 9 oz sweet yellow corn
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp Kewpie mayo
- ½ cup green onion, chopped
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Oil or butter for the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
- Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
- Transfer to an oiled oven-safe dish and spread to 1–2 inches depth.
- Cover with foil and bake about 12 minutes, until cheese is melted.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 3 minutes before serving.