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Crispy Grilled Corn on the Cob with Garlic Herb Butter

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy grilled corn on the cob slathered with flavorful garlic herb butter, perfect for summer BBQs and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the garlic herb butter: In a small bowl, combine 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, 3 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated. Set aside.
  2. Prep the corn: Husk the ears of corn completely and remove all silk strands. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel. Brush each ear lightly with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 200°C). If using charcoal, wait until the coals are covered with white ash. Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the corn: Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Turn every 2-3 minutes with tongs, grilling for about 10-12 minutes total until even char marks appear and some kernels pop open but are not burnt.
  5. Apply garlic herb butter: When the corn is hot off the grill, spread the garlic herb butter generously over each ear. The butter will melt into the crispy kernels.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

If you want a dairy-free version, swap butter with vegan spread or coconut oil. Fresh herbs are preferred but dried herbs can be used in smaller amounts. To avoid drying out, grill with husks partially on or lower the heat slightly. Keep finished ears wrapped in foil to keep warm without steaming. For indoor cooking, use a grill pan or broiler and watch carefully to avoid burning.

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Keywords: grilled corn, garlic herb butter, summer BBQ, easy side dish, crispy corn, grilled vegetables

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