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Savory Garlic Butter Grilled Corn on the Cob

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A quick and easy summer side dish featuring fresh corn grilled to perfection and brushed with a flavorful garlic butter blend with smoked paprika and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husks peeled back but left attached
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Gently peel back the husks of each ear of corn without detaching them completely. Remove the silk strands by hand or with a soft brush. Fold the husks back to cover the corn loosely and soak the ears in cold water for 15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well combined and creamy. Set aside.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F / 190°C). For charcoal grills, let the coals burn down to a steady heat. For gas grills, preheat for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the corn from the water and shake off excess. Pull the husks back to expose the kernels. Place the corn directly on the grill grates.
  5. Grill the corn for about 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes to get even char marks. The kernels should be tender and slightly charred but not burnt.
  6. During the last 3 minutes of cooking, use a basting brush to generously spread the garlic butter mixture over the hot corn while still on the grill, allowing the butter to melt and soak into the kernels.
  7. Remove the corn from the grill. Fold the husks back over the corn if desired, or serve them naked. Optionally, sprinkle with more fresh parsley or a pinch of coarse sea salt before serving.

Notes

Soaking the corn with husks on prevents burning and keeps kernels juicy. Apply garlic butter during the last few minutes of grilling to avoid burning the garlic. For dairy-free option, substitute butter with vegan butter or olive oil and increase garlic and herbs. If no grill is available, roast corn in a 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes, brushing with garlic butter halfway through.

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Keywords: grilled corn, garlic butter, summer side dish, easy recipe, barbecue side, smoky corn, fresh corn, grilled vegetables

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