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Grilled corn on the cob with butter and salt on a wooden table
Alyssa

Grilled Corn on the Cob

A little smoke and a little char-blackening enhances the sweetness and brings out the true flavor of corn. This traditional grilled corn recipe is served slathered with butter and sprinkled with salt.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Calories: 77
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cob corn on the cob
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (if direct grilling)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Grill (for cooking corn)

Method
 

  1. Peel back the husks of the corn without detaching them from the bottom of the cob. Remove silk and fold husks back into place to cover the corn.
  2. Place corn in a sink or large bowl of water to soak for at least 15 minutes (it can soak overnight if needed).
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove corn from the water and shake off excess so it's not dripping. Place cobs on the grill and cook 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.
  5. Once corn is cooked to your liking remove from the grill, peel off husks and serve with butter, salt & pepper.
  6. Remove husks and silk from corn. Brush each piece with olive oil.
  7. Place corn directly on the grill and cook 10-15 minutes turning occasionally.
  8. Remove from grill and serve with butter, salt & pepper to taste.

Notes

Soaking the corn helps to prevent it from drying out on the grill and enhances its flavor.