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Crispy Grilled Corn on the Cob with Parmesan Butter

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A simple yet indulgent grilled corn recipe featuring a crispy, golden crust of Parmesan butter with garlic and herbs, perfect for summer BBQs and outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup (35g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Parmesan butter: In a mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended (3-5 minutes).
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C). Brush the grill grates lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Husk and clean the ears of corn. Brush each ear lightly with olive oil to help with charring and prevent drying. Optionally, soak corn in cold water for 15 minutes for a more tender cob.
  4. Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes using tongs to char evenly.
  5. During the last 4 minutes of grilling, brush the Parmesan butter generously on all sides of the corn. Watch closely to avoid burning the garlic in the butter.
  6. Once the corn has a nice char and the butter is bubbly and crispy, remove from the grill. Let rest for 2 minutes to let flavors settle.
  7. Serve immediately, slathering a little extra Parmesan butter on top if desired, and garnish with extra parsley or flaky sea salt.

Notes

Use softened butter for easier mixing and better coating. Apply Parmesan butter during the last 4 minutes of grilling to prevent burning. Turn corn frequently every 2-3 minutes for even cooking. Lightly brush corn with olive oil before grilling to promote even charring and prevent drying. For vegan version, substitute vegan butter and nutritional yeast for Parmesan.

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Keywords: grilled corn, Parmesan butter, summer BBQ, crispy corn, easy side dish, outdoor cooking, backyard BBQ, garlic butter corn

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