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Flavorful Grilled Corn Recipe with 3 Irresistible Compound Butters

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This grilled corn recipe features smoky, tender corn paired with three delicious compound butters—garlic herb, lime chili, and honey cinnamon—making it a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing summer side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • For Garlic Herb Butter:
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Lime Chili Butter:
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • For Honey Cinnamon Butter:
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Compound Butters (15 minutes): In three separate bowls, combine the softened butter with each set of ingredients. For garlic herb butter, mix the butter with minced garlic, parsley, chives, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly incorporated. Repeat for the lime chili butter and honey cinnamon butter.
  2. Shape and Chill: Spoon each butter mixture onto parchment paper or plastic wrap. Roll into logs about 1 inch in diameter and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
  3. Prep the Corn: Husk the corn, removing all silk strands. Pat dry with a towel. Optionally soak the corn in cold water for 10 minutes to avoid charring too quickly.
  4. Preheat the Grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 400°F/204°C). If using a grill pan, preheat on stove over medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the Corn (10-12 minutes): Place corn on grill grates or grill pan. Turn every 2-3 minutes until tender and slightly blackened on all sides.
  6. Apply the Compound Butters: Transfer corn to a serving platter. Slice chilled compound butters into 1/4-inch rounds and spread or melt over hot corn.
  7. Serve Immediately: Serve right away while butter is melty and fresh. Garnish with extra herbs, lime wedges, or coarse sea salt if desired.

Notes

Turn corn frequently while grilling for even cooking and perfect char marks. Soak corn in cold water before grilling to reduce charring if desired. Soften butter fully before mixing for even compound butters. Season compound butters well with salt to enhance flavor. Compound butters can be made ahead and frozen in portions. Reheat leftover corn gently on grill or oven to keep kernels tender.

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Keywords: grilled corn, compound butter, summer recipe, easy side dish, barbecue, corn on the cob, garlic herb butter, lime chili butter, honey cinnamon butter

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