There is something magical about the smell of butter sizzling with garlic.
It instantly takes me back to those busy Indian streets where small stalls serve steaming bowls of masala corn.
Vendors would mix hot boiled corn with butter, spices, and a squeeze of lemon, then hand it over in little cups that warmed your palms.
Every bite was spicy, tangy, buttery, and so comforting.
Making it at home gives me that same joy, only with the comfort of knowing I can enjoy it whenever I want.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Butter Masala Corn
Street-Style Taste: This recipe brings the same bold, spicy, and tangy flavors you’d find from a street vendor. Every bite feels like a festival of taste.
Quick and Easy: It comes together in just a few simple steps. You only need basic ingredients and less than 30 minutes from start to finish.
Flavor Explosion: The buttery garlic base paired with warming spices and lemon juice makes the corn completely irresistible.
Perfect Anytime Snack: Whether it’s a rainy afternoon, a family get-together, or just a quick craving, this dish works beautifully for all occasions.
Ingredients You’ll Need For Corn Chat
Sweet corn: The star of this recipe, sweet corn turns soft, juicy, and perfectly soaks up all the flavors of butter and spices.
Butter: Adds richness and makes the corn extra indulgent. It also helps carry the flavors of the spices.
Garlic: Infuses the butter with a bold aroma and gives the dish its irresistible street-style kick.
Black pepper, cumin powder, red chili powder, and chaat masala: Together, these spices create the perfect balance of heat, earthiness, and tang.
Lemon juice: A fresh squeeze of lemon brightens up the flavors and balances the butteriness.
Fresh coriander leaves: Adds a pop of freshness and color to the final dish.
Salt: Brings out all the natural flavors and ties everything together.
How to Make Garlic Butter Masala Corn
Making this dish at home is not only simple but also fun because you’ll see the corn transform into something so flavorful.
The buttery garlic smell fills the kitchen, the spices wake up your taste buds, and the final squeeze of lemon brings it all together.
Here’s how you can make it in just a few steps:
1. Boil the corn.
Add the sweet corn and water to a pan. Cook until the kernels turn soft and plump, then drain the excess water.
2. Prepare the garlic butter.
Melt butter in a pan and sauté the chopped garlic for about a minute. This step releases the rich aroma that defines the dish.
3. Cook the corn.
Add the boiled corn to the garlic butter. Stir and let it cook gently so the kernels soak up all the flavor.
4. Add the spices.
Mix in the black pepper, cumin powder, red chili powder, salt, and chaat masala. Toss the corn until every kernel is coated.
5. Finish with freshness.
Turn off the heat, sprinkle coriander leaves, and squeeze lemon juice. Give it one last mix and serve hot.
Tips & Variations
- Use frozen corn: If fresh corn isn’t available, frozen sweet corn works just as well. Just boil a little less since it cooks faster.
- Make it cheesy: Add a sprinkle of grated cheese while the corn is still hot for a creamy twist.
- Adjust spice levels: If you like it milder, reduce the red chili powder. For extra heat, add some chopped green chilies.
Serving & Storage Suggestions
This dish is best enjoyed fresh and hot, right after cooking. Serve it in small bowls or cups, just like the street vendors do, for the authentic feel.
Garlic butter masala corn pairs beautifully with evening tea, grilled snacks, or even as a side dish with rice and curry.
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day. Reheat in a pan with a little butter to bring back the flavor.
Final Thoughts
Garlic Butter Masala Corn is the kind of snack that makes you smile with every spoonful. It’s warm, spicy, buttery, and so satisfying that you’ll find yourself making it again and again.
Try it once, share it with your family, and you’ll see how quickly it disappears from the bowl.
Garlic Butter Masala Corn (Indian Street Food Style)
Course: AppetizersCuisine: Fusion2
servings5
minutes25
minutes220
kcal30
minutesThis butter masala corn is simple, cozy, and full of flavor. Sweet corn is cooked with butter, garlic, and spices, then finished with lemon and fresh coriander. It’s quick to make, deliciously spiced, and perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
2 Cups Sweet Corn
1 Tablespoon Butter
1 Tablespoon Garlic, Finely Chopped
3 Pinches Black Pepper
3 Pinches Cumin Powder
4 Pinches Salt (or as per taste)
3 Pinches Chaat Masala
3 Pinches Red Chili Powder (optional)
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
Fresh Coriander Leaves, Chopped
Directions
- Add sweet corn and water to a pan, then boil for about 20 minutes until the corn is soft. Drain well.
- Heat butter in a pan. Add chopped garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the boiled corn and cook on low flame for 8–10 minutes so it absorbs the garlic-butter flavor.
- Mix in salt, black pepper, cumin powder, red chili powder, and chaat masala. Stir until the corn is evenly coated.
- Turn off the heat, add coriander leaves and lemon juice. Mix well and serve hot.
Notes
- For best flavor, serve the corn hot just after cooking, while it’s buttery and fresh.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder and chaat masala to suit your taste.