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Flavorful Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chili Lime Butter

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A quick and easy summer BBQ side dish featuring smoky grilled corn slathered with a tangy and spicy chili lime butter.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large lime, zest and juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • Pinch of ground black pepper, freshly cracked (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter with the zest and juice of one large lime. Add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (if using), ½ teaspoon salt, and a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper. Whip everything together with a fork or small whisk until smooth and well blended. Set aside.
  2. Husk and clean 4 ears of fresh corn. Snap off any excess silk and rinse under cold water. Pat dry with a kitchen towel. Leaving a little bit of the husk on at the base can make handling easier and keep the ends from burning.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F or 190°C). If using charcoal, wait until the coals are covered with white ash. For gas grills, preheat for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Place the ears directly on the grill grates. Turn every 2-3 minutes, cooking for a total of 10-12 minutes until even char marks appear and kernels are slightly golden but not blackened.
  5. Remove the corn from the grill and immediately brush generously with the chili lime butter while still hot. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top if desired.
  6. Serve the corn hot off the grill with extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. If you don’t have a grill, a broiler or cast-iron skillet can be used but results will vary. Keep grill grates clean and oiled to prevent sticking. Apply butter immediately after grilling for best flavor. To prep ahead, make chili lime butter a day in advance and keep chilled.

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Keywords: grilled corn, chili lime butter, summer BBQ, easy side dish, smoky corn, spicy corn, corn on the cob

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