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Flavorful No-Fail Grilled Corn on the Cob with Garlic Butter

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A simple and delicious grilled corn on the cob recipe featuring a homemade garlic butter infused with fresh herbs and smoked paprika, 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 smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are blended (about 5 minutes).
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F). Allow it to heat up for 10 minutes.
  3. Husk the ears completely, removing all silk. Rinse and pat dry with a towel.
  4. Using a brush, generously coat each ear of corn with the garlic butter mixture.
  5. Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes with tongs to ensure even charring.
  6. Once all sides are grilled, remove the corn from heat. Let it rest for 2 minutes, then brush with any remaining garlic butter.
  7. Serve the corn hot, optionally garnished with extra parsley or a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

If the corn chars too quickly, reduce heat or move to a cooler part of the grill. Room temperature butter spreads better and sticks to the corn. Soaking corn in cold water for 10 minutes before grilling can add moisture but avoid soaking too long to prevent waterlogging. For dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter. Garlic powder can substitute fresh garlic if needed (use 1/2 teaspoon).

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Keywords: grilled corn on the cob, garlic butter corn, summer BBQ recipe, easy grilled corn, smoky corn, backyard barbecue side

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