A delicious snack of cup corn, done the short cut way, ready in almost no time at all 
This recipe is so simple that it’s almost a bit lame for me to post, and I hesitated for some time if I should post it. But since folks like the 15-minute shorts such as the easy steamed fish, microwaved potatoes and the quickie grilled salmon, I reckon most of us don’t mind a no-brainer recipe once in a while. 
Remember the silly fad in Singapore, many years ago, where people (me included) are queuing for cup corn selling from the push carts outside shopping malls? Well this recipe is a short-cut way of remaking the cup corn. I think the “proper” way of making this is to get fresh corn, cut the kernels off and steam them. But lazy me bought ready whole kernel corn, microwaved them with butter, season with salt … and voila, your 5-minute snack is ready! 
I love making this at home because I can add more butter to make it less healthy but more tasty (opps), serve them in a pretty cup (instead of styrofoam cup) and it’s so quick to prepare.
Just three basic ingredients to make your own short-cut cup corn
Ingredients
(makes about 1 teacup)
- 1 3/4 cup whole kernel corn
- a bit of butter
- a bit of salt
Directions
1) Place corn kernels in a wide dish (so that there is more room to mix later) and cover with cling wrap, using a fork to poke holes in the top of the wrap for ventilation.
2) Place the dish in a microwave for 1-2 minutes depending on your microwave heat. If you hear many ‘popping sounds’, do switch off the microwave earlier.
3) Season with salt and butter to taste, mix evenly, and pour into serving cup. When you pour the corn into the serving cup, do not pour the butter liquid inside or it will be watery.
Note: You can also add the butter in step 2 instead of 3 if you prefer.
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Well, I can’t say I’ve ever been to Singapore, but I have had buttered corn plenty of times. Good stuff, gotta love the quickie way of doing it.
I love corn, and this sounds like a great snack!
What an awesome new trend (for me)!!! I just LOVE it and I’m glad you shared it. Don’t hesitate to share MORE 15-minute shorts. Looking forward to reading more of them.
lots of people do this,really..I love this.I also put cheese in it..
I love your 15-minute shorts. Cos I didn’t know that I can make this so easily. Keep more coming ok.
i am your no. 1 fan of your microwave short-cut series. love how they are quick and easy but taste very close to the long versions. your past 3 quickies are winners with two thumbs up from my family members. can’t wait to try this out. thanks, VERY MUCH for sharing.
oh, can’t wait for more of your short-cut series….
Thanks for your encouraging words!
I don’t have microwave. Usually I used my AMC pot to steam my corn kernel. Another easy-peasy job.
I also have AMC pot but don’t know how to use. Can you tell me how to use it to stream the sweet corn?
Thank you.
This is a great snack!! I like it!
Oh, I def remember the butter corn cups in Singapore which they sell by the MRT stations and roads! I think they also add a bit of sugar? I’d spice mine up with either cinnamon or cayenne pepper!
gotta try your version next time with cinnamon/cayenne pepper… I have both at home!
Haha…! Who said this is a no brainer?! We people like to eat good food, this is good food, regardless of how it is been done.
I cooked up some sweet corn last week too! and I know that whole sweet corn kernels are such an ease to deal with
Now this is my kind of recipe…..it doesn’t get any easier then this!
As usual, I love your choice/color of ware and arrangement for the photograph. Was this all natural lighting? (I can’t remember what you use for lights.) Looks great! 
Hi hopping, the photo was taken in natural lighting with the help of an external flash
Hi Wiffy,
Thanks for sharing this recipe with us. I can finally cook this for my girlfriend who always seems to have unlimited cravings for cup corn. The standard $2/cup selling in the streets may not be worth it in the long run. So once again, thanks for sharing your recipe.
Just some side questions to Wiffy or anyone who has tried out this recipe:
Any recommendations on the brands of kernel corns or butter to use?
I know there are Del Monte and Ayam brands but are there any better brands?
There are tons of butter brands out there but which is the best for making the cup corn? (I know the streets uses Panta brand)
Please name brands easily available in NTUCs or Cold Storage.
Thanks!
Hi Shax2, so far, I have only tried the Del Monte brand before. It’s not bad to me. If you want more economical, you can buy frozen pack. I use normal butter people used for baking. I think you can try creamy butter too.
well i live by mexico..we call that elote…except we roast the corn, put queso fresco, lime, salt, and hot sauce.