Succulent and bursting with natural sweetness, corn on the cob is a summer staple that deserves a special place at your next gathering. While boiling is the classic cooking method, roasting or grilling imparts a delightful smoky flavor. The real magic lies in the seasoned butters that accompany this humble vegetable. From garlic-herb butter to zesty lime-cilantro butter, these flavorful compounds elevate corn on the cob to a culinary masterpiece. Each bite becomes an explosion of taste and texture, satisfying your cravings and leaving you longing for more. So, let's dive into the world of seasoned butters and explore the best recipes to make your corn on the cob shine!
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
CORN-ON-THE-COB WITH SEASONED BUTTERS
Steps:
- Heat gas grill on medium or charcoal grill until coals are ash white.
- Combine all ingredients for desired seasoned butter in bowl; mix well. Spread about 1 tablespoon seasoned butter evenly over each ear of corn. Wrap each ear of corn in double thickness heavy-duty aluminum foil; tightly seal top and sides.
- Place corn on grill directly over coals. Grill, turning every 5 minutes, 20-25 minutes or until corn is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 80 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 4 grams
GRILLED CORN WITH HERB BUTTER
This well-seasoned butter will douse each ear of corn with flavor as it melts.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Herb Side Fourth of July Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Father's Day Backyard BBQ Corn Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Butter Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Mix butter, herbs, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Set herb butter aside.
- Brush corn with oil and grill, turning often, until it is tender and charred in spots, 5-8 minutes.
- Transfer corn to a large platter or bowl and spread with reserved herb butter, dividing evenly.
- DO AHEAD: Herb butter can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before spreading over grilled ears of corn.
SPICY CORN ON THE COB
"Being from Louisiana, we like everything hot...even our vegetables," writes Glenda Ardoin from Hessmer. "This is one of our summer favorites."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fill a large saucepan half full with water; bring to a boil. Add corn; cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat oil and butter over low heat until butter is melted. Stir in the jalapeno, cumin and pepper. Drain corn; brush with butter mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
JAMIE'S SWEET AND EASY CORN ON THE COB
My mother-in-law gave me this quick and easy recipe for the sweetest, tastiest corn cobs!
Provided by heatherjane
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Fill a large pot about 3/4 full of water and bring to a boil. Stir in sugar and lemon juice, dissolving the sugar. Gently place ears of corn into boiling water, cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let the corn cook in the hot water until tender, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 13.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
CORN-ON-THE-COB WITH SEASONED BUTTERS
Make and share this Corn-On-The-Cob With Seasoned Butters recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Stacky5
Categories Corn
Time 30m
Yield 8 ears, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat gas grill on medium or charcoal grill until coals are ash white.
- Combine all ingredients for desired seasoned butter in small bowl; mix well.
- Spread about 1 tablespoon seasoned butter evenly over each ear of corn. Wrap each ear of corn in double thickness heavy-duty aluminum foil; tightly seal top and sides.
- Place corn on grill directly over coals. Grill, turning every 5 minutes, until tender (20 to 25 minutes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.6, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 205.8, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 4.9, Protein 4.3
BOILED CORN ON THE COB WITH SPICY BUTTER
We absolutely love this, we tend to get bored with 'plain' corn on the cob after eating it all summer
Provided by lets.eat
Categories Corn
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine the butter, parsley, chili powder, garlic salt, and cumin; set aside.
- To pot of boiling water add 1 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoons lemon juice. Add corn. Boil for 3 to 5 minutes, uncovered. Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Remove from hot water, spread ears of corn with seasoned butter.
GRILLED CORN ON THE COB WITH A TRIO OF FLAVORED BUTTERS
Provided by Joe Bonaparte
Categories Vegetable Side Picnic Dinner Lunch Corn Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Self Vegetarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Heat an outdoor grill or a stovetop grill to high. Peel back husks of corn, but do not remove. Remove all silk from corn and coat corn with cooking spray. Sprinkle corn with salt and smooth husks back into place. Rub each husk with water and place directly on grill. Grill, turning occasionally, until kernels soften and husks blacken, 10 to 12 minutes. Pull back husks and serve corn with 1 teaspoon flavored butter.
- For each flavored butter:
- Using a spoon, mix butter with respective ingredients. Roll each into a log shape and wrap in plastic wrap or wax paper. Refrigerate until firm, 2 to 3 hours, then soften to room temperature before serving.
TASTY BBQ CORN ON THE COB
This is corn on the cob cooked on the grill with spices and butter. It makes for a yummy side dish to any meal! Try it with fresh garlic and onion.
Provided by Deann
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the chili powder, oregano, onion powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend in the softened butter. Apply this mixture to each ear of corn, and place each ear onto a piece of aluminum foil big enough to wrap the corn. Wrap like a burrito, and twist the ends to close.
- Place wrapped corn on the preheated grill, and cook 20 to 30 minutes, until tender when poked with a fork. Turn corn occasionally during cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 127.1 mg, Sugar 3 g
CAJUN BUTTERED CORN
In Duluth, Georgia, Anne-Lise Botting whips up a seasoned butter to spice up corn-on-the-cob. "Flavored with garlic and chili powders, the butter is the perfect complement to fresh corn," she says.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large kettle, bring 3 qts. of water to a boil; add corn. Return to a boil; cook for 3-5 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the chili powder, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne; cook and stir for 1 minute. Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth; gradually whisk into butter mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Drain corn; serve with seasoned butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED CORN WITH SEASONED BUTTER
Nothing brings out the flavor of corn on the cob like grilling it. Build even more heat with a simpled seasoned butter made from salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat grill to medium. Remove outer layers of husks from 8 ears corn. Grill corn, turning often, until kernels burst easily when pressed, 15 to 20 minutes (husks will be quite charred).
- Meanwhile, make Seasoned Butter: In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup melted butter and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or a combination of 1/2 teaspoon paprika and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
- Peel back husks and silks from corn, brush with seasoned butter, and serve.
Tips for Perfect Corn on the Cob with Seasoned Butters:
- Select the freshest corn possible: Look for ears with bright green husks and tightly packed kernels.
- Remove the husks and silks just before cooking: This will help to preserve the corn's natural flavor and moisture.
- Cook the corn in a large pot of boiling water: Add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance the corn's flavor.
- Cook the corn for 3-5 minutes, or until the kernels are tender: Overcooking will make the corn tough and chewy.
- Drain the corn and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water: This will stop the cooking process and help to preserve the corn's bright color.
Conclusion:
Corn on the cob is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a variety of seasoned butters to choose from, you can easily customize your corn to suit your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give corn on the cob with seasoned butters a try. You won't be disappointed!
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