Description
Deliciously smoky and sweet grilled corn on the cob, charred to perfection and served with a simple spread of butter and a sprinkle of kosher salt. This straightforward recipe brings out the natural flavors of corn with minimal ingredients and quick cooking time, perfect for a summer barbecue or easy side dish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 ears corn, shucked
- Unsalted butter, for serving
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the grill: Preheat your grill to high heat, about 5 minutes, or alternatively heat a grill pan over high heat on the stovetop.
- Grill the corn: Place the shucked ears of corn directly on the grill. Turn them often to ensure they are evenly charred on all sides. Continue grilling for about 10 minutes until the corn is tender and beautifully charred.
- Season and serve: Remove the corn from the grill and immediately spread a generous amount of unsalted butter over each ear. Sprinkle kosher salt to taste, then serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- This method works great with or without the husk, though using no husk gives a more intense smoky char flavor.
- Turning the corn frequently ensures even cooking and prevents burning.
- Use good quality unsalted butter to control salt levels and enhance the natural sweetness of the corn.
- To vary flavors, consider adding herbs or spices to the butter before spreading.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 106
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 243 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
