Grilled Corn with Cilantro Lime Butter
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American, International, Vegetarian
Grilled Corn with Cilantro Lime Butter
Description
The recipe starts by combining softened unsalted butter with chopped fresh cilantro, pressed garlic, lime zest, chili powder, and smoked paprika, seasoned with salt and pepper. Corn ears are prepared by peeling back their outer husks (keeping them attached), removing silks, rinsing, drying, and brushing lightly with canola oil and seasoning.
Grilling the corn over medium heat with husks partially intact allows the corn to cook gently while developing a smoky char on the husks and kernels. After about 12-15 minutes, the husks are peeled down and the cilantro lime butter is spread over the hot corn to melt and impart vibrant flavor. Lime wedges are served alongside for added citrus brightness.
This preparation enhances the natural sweetness of the corn with a complex, aromatic butter and subtle heat, making it a flavorful side dish suitable for barbecue or summer meals. An alternative cooking method includes roasting the corn in the oven husked at 400°F for 35-40 minutes, yielding a tender texture.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter at room temperature, unsalted
- ¼ cup cilantro fresh, chopped leaves
- 3 cloves garlic pressed
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 8 ears corn unhusked
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 lime cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine butter, cilantro, garlic, lime zest, chili powder and paprika; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
- Preheat grill to medium heat. Peel back outer husks, leaving them attached at the base of the ear; do not remove inner husks. Remove and discard silks; rinse corn and pat dry using paper towels.
- Brush corn with canola oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add corn to grill; cover and cook, turning occasionally, until husks are slightly charred and corn is tender, about 12-15 minutes.*
- Peel down husks and spread with butter mixture.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
- To roast instead of grill, place corn husks on oven rack at 400°F and cook 35-40 minutes until tender.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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