Perfectly Grilled Corn on the Cob Recipe

Name: Perfectly Grilled Corn on the Cob
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ears corn; Kosher salt; BBQ Butter, recipe follows; Herb Butter, recipe follows; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/2 small red onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 teaspoons Spanish paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder; 1 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder; 1/2 cup water; 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, slightly softened; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, chives or tarragon); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

8 ears corn
Kosher salt
BBQ Butter, recipe follows
Herb Butter, recipe follows
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 small red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons Spanish paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
1 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds
1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, slightly softened
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, chives or tarragon)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat the grill to medium.
2
Pull the outer husks down the ear to the base.
3
Strip away the silk from each ear of corn by hand.
4
Fold husks back into place, and place the ears of corn in a large bowl of cold water with 1 tablespoon of salt for 10 minutes.
5
Remove corn from water and shake off excess.
6
Place the corn on the grill, close the cover and grill for 15 to 20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes, or until kernels are tender when pierced with a paring knife.
7
Remove the husks and eat on the cob or remove the kernels.
8
Serve with the BBQ Butter and/or Herb Butter.
9
Spread over the corn while hot.
10
Heat the oil in a medium saute pan over high heat until almost smoking.
11
Add the onion and cook until soft, 2 to 3 minutes.
12
Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
13
Add the paprika, cayenne, cumin and ancho powder and cook for 1 minute.
14
Add 1/2 cup of water and cook until the mixture becomes thickened and the water reduces.
15
Let cool slightly.
16
Place the butter in a food processor, add the spice mixture and Worcestershire sauce and process until smooth.
17
Season with salt and pepper, scrape the mixture into a small bowl, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
18
Bring to room temperature before serving.
19
Combine in a food processor and process until smooth.

948

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ears corn, Kosher salt, BBQ Butter, recipe follows, Herb Butter, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, Perfectly Grilled Corn on the Cob falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Perfectly Grilled Corn on the Cob

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