Spice up your next campfire gathering with a delicious side dish of corn on the cob cooked directly in the husk over the firepit. This traditional method of cooking corn adds a unique smoky flavor to the corn and requires minimal preparation and cleanup. Whether you prefer a simple butter and salt topping or a more elaborate seasoning blend, there are endless possibilities for creating a tasty treat that will be a hit with family and friends. So grab your corn, gather around the fire, and let's explore the best techniques and seasonings for cooking corn on the cob in husk over the firepit.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
IN-THE-HUSK CORN ON THE COB
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for medium heat.
- Throw the corn (in the husk) on the grill and grill, turning occasionally, until the corn is cooked and the husks have char marks, 10 to 15 minutes. Strip the husks off the corn.
- While the corn is cooking, add the butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika and some salt and pepper to a small bowl and mix well.
- Spread the butter mixture generously on the corn and sprinkle with the feta cheese.
CORN ON THE COB IN HUSK FOR THE FIREPIT.
When we go camping or at home, we have an old cooler we fill with water.We buy corn and soak it in the husk in the cooler. We made this for our friends about 10 years ago and this is the way they do it now.We have a lot of corn like this at night time around the firepit.
Provided by NoraMarie
Categories Corn
Time 4h40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Soak at least 4 hours in water or overnight.
- You can also cook this on the bar-b-q.
- Drain excess water and place on grill; turn over about every 15 minutes.
- (Takes about 40 minutes to cook.).
- When you take it off the grill, pull the husk back but don't break it off--the silk will come off easy.
- Use the husk as a handle and roll the cob in butter.
MICROWAVE CORN-ON-THE-COB IN THE HUSK
This is one of my favorite ways to fix corn on the cob, even when I have several to fix. Without the water from boiling, the corn stays nice and sweet. Hope this helps just one young cook.
Provided by Elberta McCoskey
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Time 10m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Rinse entire ear of corn under water briefly. Wrap corn in a paper towel and place on a microwave-safe plate.
- Cook corn in the microwave oven until hot and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from microwave and let rest for 2 minutes. Remove corn husk.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 13.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
GRILLED FRESH SWEET CORN ON THE COB IN HUSKS
Check out my herbed butter Recipe #66040 or Recipe #88873 to brush on the corn. Prep time includes soaking time which is done in ice water to keep the sugars in the fresh corn from turning into starch.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Corn
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Gently peel husks back to within 2 inches of the base.
- Remove silk and smooth husks back into place, completely covering kernels.
- Fill a sink with ice water and soak corn for 30 minutes.
- Drain and shake off excess water.
- The cold water stop the sugars in the corn from turning to starch.
- Preheat grill.
- Generously oil the grill to prevent sticking.
- Grill directly over medium to medium-hot coals 5 inches from the heat, turning occasionally, until tender-- 15 minutes.
- Open carefully and brush on melted butter and season with salt or Check out my herbed butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.4, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 13.5, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 2.9
Tips:
- Choose fresh corn on the cob with tightly wrapped husks and plump kernels.
- Remove any loose or damaged husks, but leave the majority of the husk intact.
- Soak the corn in cold water for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help prevent the husks from burning.
- Place the corn directly on the coals or grate of your fire pit, rotating it every few minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the corn for 15-20 minutes, or until the husks are blackened and the kernels are tender.
- Remove the corn from the fire and let it cool for a few minutes before peeling back the husks to reveal the cooked corn.
- Season the corn with salt, pepper, butter, or other desired toppings and enjoy!
Conclusion:
Cooking corn on the cob in the husk over a fire pit is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this summer staple. With just a few simple steps, you can have perfectly cooked corn that is smoky, flavorful, and sure to be a hit at your next outdoor gathering. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy way to cook corn on the cob, give this method a try - you won't be disappointed!
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