Dairy-Free Creamed Corn
A quick and creamy side dish that captures the essence of traditional creamed corn without any dairy. Perfect for vegan, gluten-free diets, and full of delicious flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned) Use fresh when in season, otherwise frozen or canned works well.
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter or olive oil This adds a buttery flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced or chopped for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour Use for thickening; can substitute with cornstarch or arrowroot.
- 1 cup unsweetened plant milk (oat, almond, or coconut milk) Oat milk is preferred for creaminess.
- to taste salt Adjust according to personal preference.
- to taste black pepper Optional, for added flavor.
- to taste fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) For garnish and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the vegan butter (or oil) in a pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, but do not brown it.
- Stir in the corn, cooking until it is warm and glossy.
- Sprinkle over the gluten-free flour and stir until the mixture becomes sticky.
- Gradually pour in the unsweetened plant milk while stirring to prevent clumps.
- Let the sauce simmer, stirring frequently, until it thickens and becomes creamy (about 5 minutes).
- Taste and add salt, pepper, and fresh herbs as desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider squeezing in lemon juice, or adding smoked paprika, chili flakes, or nutritional yeast. You can repurpose leftovers by mixing them with pasta or as a dip.