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How to Grill Perfect Corn on the Cob for Delicious Summer Meals

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🌽 Discover how to grill perfect corn on the cob that’s deliciously juicy and full of flavor.
🔥 Ideal for enhancing your summer meals with a classic and simple side dish.

  • Total Time: 20 to 30 minutes (plus soaking time if applicable)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 ears of corn on the cob
1 tablespoon olive oil (for direct grilling)
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Grilling Corn in Husks:
1. Peel back the husks without detaching them and remove the silk completely. Fold the husks back over the corn.
2. Soak the corn in cold water for at least 15 minutes or more to prevent husk burning and to steam the kernels.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F to 425°F).
4. Shake off excess water and place the corn on the grill.
5. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove husks before serving and add butter, salt, and pepper.

Direct Grilling Without Husks:
1. Remove husks and silks completely.
2. Brush each ear with olive oil or melted butter and season with salt and pepper.
3. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
4. Grill corn directly on grates for 10 to 15 minutes, turning every few minutes until light char marks appear.
5. Serve with butter and seasonings as desired.

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Notes

💧 Soaking corn with husks on prevents burning; soak for at least 30 minutes for best results.
🔥 Frequent turning is key to evenly cooked and nicely charred corn.
🌿 Experiment with flavored butters or seasonings like chili powder, cilantro lime, or sweet cinnamon sugar.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 5 to 15 minutes
  • Soaking Time: 15 minutes or more
  • Cook Time: 10 to 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ear
  • Calories: 77 kcal
  • Sugar: 5.5 to 6 g
  • Sodium: 14 mg
  • Fat: 1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 17 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g