Grilled corn on the cob
Instructions
Chilli butter
Grilled corn on the cob
For serving
Recommended information
Serving suggestion
Tips
The best grilled corn on the cob recipe must, of course, include a tip for how to ensure juicy and tender grilled corn on the cob. One such tip is to soak them in water before grilling. This helps to keep the kernels moist and prevent them from drying out during cooking.
Tips
Start by filling a large container with cold water. The container or sink should be large enough to hold all the ears of corn you plan to grill. Place the ears in the water, making sure that they are completely submerged. You can add a pinch of salt or sugar to the water to enhance their flavour if desired. Let the ears soak in the water for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours if you have the time. After soaking, shake off any excess water. You can pat the corn dry with a paper towel if needed before you start grilling.
Questions about grilled corn on the cob
With an easy recipe for corn on the cob on the grill, you may end up eating a lot of this classic summer produce. If you want to learn more about grilled corn on the cob, have a look at our answers to the most frequently asked questions about the barbecue treat below.
Ingredients
Chilli butter
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Soft butter
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100 g |
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Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped
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10 g |
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Lime fruits (unwaxed), finely grated zest
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½ tbsp |
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Lime juice, freshly squeezed
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½ tbsp |
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Red chilli peppers, finely minced
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½ tsp |
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Coarse salt
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½ tsp |
Grilled corn on the cob
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Ears of corn
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4 |
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| 50 g |
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Try our recipe for grilled corn on the cob
Spicy corn on the cob is a tasty take on a classic barbecue dish. Grilling the sweet and juicy ears of corn adds a smoky and charred flavour, making it a flavourful and satisfying snack, side dish, or main course.
Rather than simple butter, homemade chilli butter with herbs, lime, and, of course, fresh chilli and crumbled salad cheese are used as topping to create a balanced dish.
Sprinkled with savoury salad cheese
Salty and slightly tangy salad cheese is a wonderful accompaniment for corn cobs. Its flavour profile adds a nice contrast to the corn's sweetness and makes for an interesting pairing. The texture of salad cheese is also ideal for this dish, as it crumbles easily and can be sprinkled directly onto the corn. Its flavour as well as its texture make it ideal to use for grilled corn on the cob with cheese.
When the crumbled salad cheese is added to the warm ears, it melts lightly. As such, it combines with the tasty chilli butter to make a delicious topping, forming a smooth and creamy layer over the kernels. The melted salad cheese adds a rich and decadent flavour to the spicy grilled corn on the cob, making it a delicious and satisfying barbecue treat.
Make a spicy butter for corn on the cob
There is nothing quite like the combination of grilled corn on the cob and melted butter. The only thing that might elevate the classic combination is infusing the butter with bold flavours. This transforms the humble butter into a flavour-packed seasoning for grilled corn on the cob.
A great way to infuse it with flavour is to mix it with bright lemon zest and juice as well as fresh herbs and chilli. While the chilli, of course, turns up the heat, the fresh herbs add a complexity of flavour. Whether you enjoy slightly peppery parsley or citrussy coriander best is for you to decide. Regardless, the brightness of your chosen herb in combination with the zesty lime balance the spice of the chilli to ensure a spicy butter that will not overwhelm you.
This spicy yet well-rounded chilli butter works as a fantastic grilled corn on the cob seasoning but leftovers, should you even have any, will also taste great with grilled meats, seafood, and other barbecue-roasted vegetables. You can even slather it on bread on a stick to elevate the classic bonfire treat.
Save a seat for this spicy corn cob at your next barbecue
Grilled corn on the cob is a great barbecue dish no matter how you decide to serve it. You can use it as a side to classic barbecue meats such as grilled spareribs and lamb skewers. The sweet and spicy corn works well with the rich ribs as well as the flavourful lamb. It also tastes great with bacon-wrapped asparagus and other types of grilled vegetables in case you want to showcase some of the great produce, summer has to offer.
If you want these golden butter corns with cheese to play a more prominent role at your barbecue it works wonderfully as a main dish. Simply serve it with a nice salad on the side and some pieces of your favourite bread.
Ideas for varying the recipe
If ½ teaspoon of red chilli pepper is not enough to spice up corn with butter and cheese for you, you might want to explore more ways to turn up the heat. Popular options include using a flavourful spice rub on the ears prior to grilling in addition to slathering them with tasty chilli butter.
For your spice rub, you can use red chilli flakes or chilli powder. Spices such as smoked paprika and cayenne pepper are also good choices for BBQ corn cob as their smokiness serves to enhance the smoky charred flavour the dish gains when you grill it. Hot tabasco sauce, depth-enhancing cumin, and dried smoky chipotle are also excellent choices, especially if you have a fondness for great Tex-Mex food. A bit of brown sugar in the spice rub will help create a delicious caramelisation on the grilled corn on the cob.
