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Looking for a new way to enjoy fresh corn? This Japanese-style corn stir-fry is savory and refreshing with chikuwa, bell pepper, and ponzu!

Looking for easy corn recipes? Try my corn salad or corn fried rice!

Recipe Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients to make this corn stir-fry:

Corn: Fresh corn gives this stir-fry the best sweet and juicy texture, but frozen or canned corn works too.
Bell peppers: I like pair green bell pepper with corn but other vegetables, such as zucchini or broccoli, work well too.
Chikuwa: Chikuwa is a Japanese fish cake made from fish paste. It has a savory flavor and chewy texture.
Oil: You can use any neutral or flavorful oil you like.
Ponzu: Ponzu is a Japanese citrus soy sauce. It adds a savory, tangy, and refreshing flavor to the stir-fry.
Bonito flakes: Sprinkle them on at the end for umami and a lovely aroma.

How To Make Corn Stir-fry: STEP BY STEP

Here’s a quick visual guide! Check the recipe card below for the video and full details!

Step 1

Cut the corn into bite-sized pieces with the cob still attached.

Step 2

Cut the chikuwa and green bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Cook the corn and green bell peppers until lightly browned.

Step 4

Add the chikuwa and stir-fry briefly.

Step 5

Add the ponzu and stir-fry.

Step 6

Sprinkle with bonito flakes.

Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy this savory, umami-rich corn stir-fry!

What To Serve With

If you have more fresh corn, you can make corn fried rice, fresh corn salad, and corn soup with egg then serve everything together as a simple Japanese-style meal set!

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