Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob with Spiced Butter is the ultimate summer delight, transforming sweet, juicy corn into a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for barbecues and gatherings. Each ear is grilled to perfection, charred lightly to enhance its natural sweetness, then generously slathered in a rich blend of spiced butter featuring smoky paprika, zesty lime juice, and a hint of chili powder. This vibrant side dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also brings a festive touch to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Husk the corn and remove all silk strands.
- Soak the corn in cold water for 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F or 190°C).
- In a bowl, combine softened butter, smoked paprika, chili powder, lime juice, and sea salt; mix until well blended.
- Grill soaked corn directly on grates for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and tender.
- Slather hot corn with spiced butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg