Corn on the cob is a summer staple, and it's the perfect side dish for any cookout or barbecue. But why settle for plain old butter when you can dress it up with a delicious basil butter? This easy-to-make compound butter is packed with fresh basil flavor, and it takes just minutes to prepare. Simply combine softened butter, minced basil, garlic, lemon zest, and salt and pepper to taste. Then, slather the basil butter on your cooked corn on the cob and enjoy. You can also use basil butter to flavor grilled vegetables, chicken, or fish.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
CORN ON THE COB WITH BASIL BUTTER
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Puree 1/2 stick softened butter, 1/4 cup basil, the zest of 1 lemon, 1 garlic clove and a pinch of salt. Cook 4 ears of corn in boiling salted water until tender, about 4 minutes. Top with the basil butter and 3 tablespoons shredded parmesan; season with salt and pepper.
FRESH CORN WITH LEMON-BASIL PARMESAN BUTTER
Your hot corn on the cob will most definitely win in the best-dressed category if you brush it with this lemon-basil butter and some grated Parmesan.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Brush corn with combined butter, basil and zest.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 6 g
CORN WITH BASIL
Discover a whole new easy way to love corn! Cooked with onion and celery in butter and mixed with basil--mmm.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse frozen corn with cold water to separate; drain. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook corn, onion and celery in butter 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is tender.
- Stir in remaining ingredients; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until corn is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED SWEET CORN WITH BASIL BUTTER
This simple basil butter offers a subtly peppery, aromatic flavor to one of our favorite grilled sides.
Provided by Maggie Ruggiero
Categories Grill/Barbecue Corn Summer Butter Gourmet
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir herbs into butter and let stand at room temperature while preparing corn.
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium high for gas).
- Pull husks back from corn, covered only if using a gas grill, turning frequently, until tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
- Serve with basil butter and salt.
GRILLED CORN WITH BASIL BUTTER
Fresh corn on the cob is grilled to perfection and slathered in herbed basil butter. The perfect summer side!
Provided by Danelle
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
- Place the ingredients for the basil butter in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until blended. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
- Brush the corn with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning frequently, until corn is charred and tender. Serve hot with basil butter.
STEAMED CORN WITH BASIL BUTTER
This herb-butter is delicious on steamed corn. The recipe calls for fresh corn on the cob, but I don't see why you couldn't use frozen! Prep time does not include the time to get the butter soft!
Provided by breezermom
Categories Corn
Time 20m
Yield 6 ears of corn, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the first four ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until blended. Set aside.
- Arrange the corn in a vegetable steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam for 10 to 15 minutes or until corn is tender. Remove corn from the steamer; spread the butter mixture over the corn and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.2, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 25.4, Sodium 92.7, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 3
BASIL GRILLED CORN ON THE COB
Corn on the cob is a comforting and cherished Midwest dish. It's amazing when grilled, and my recipe adds a few unexpected ingredients to make it taste even more like summertime. -Caitlin Dawson, Monroe, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place corn in a 6-qt. stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain. Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Brush butter over corn; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Press 4 basil leaves onto each cob. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning often. Cut string and peel back husks; discard basil leaves. Squeeze lemon juice over corn; sprinkle with cilantro. If desired, spread with additional butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 489mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BASIL LIME BUTTER FOR CORN ON THE COB
Next time you serve corn on the cob, try something a little different by using this delicious Basil Butter! It's simple to do in your food processor. From Cuisine at Home.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pulse basil and garlic in a food processor until chopped.
- Add butter, lime juice, salt and sugar; process until smooth.
- Transfer to a container and refrigerate.
- Enough for 8 ears of corn.
CREAMED CORN WITH BASIL
Categories Milk/Cream Blender Vegetable Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Basil Corn Summer Gourmet Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Working in a large bowl, cut kernels from cobs with a sharp knife and set aside. Scrape back of knife several times against cobs to extract remaining corn pulp, scraping into a large glass measure. (You should have at least 3/4 cup of corn pulp. If not, add 2 tablespoons crème fraîche.) Transfer pulp to a blender and purée with 2 tablespoons crème fraîche until smooth.
- Cook shallot in butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in kernels, then add corn purée, water, salt, and pepper and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until kernels are just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in basil to taste.
Tips:
- Prep the Corn: Husk and remove the silk from the corn cobs before cooking. For a smoky flavor, grill the corn cobs over medium heat until slightly charred.
- Make the Basil Butter: Combine softened butter, chopped basil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix until well blended.
- Cook the Corn: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn cobs and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender. Drain the corn and let it cool slightly.
- Brush with Basil Butter: Brush the cooked corn cobs with the basil butter. Serve immediately, garnished with additional chopped basil.
- Variations: Feel free to add other herbs or spices to the basil butter, such as parsley, chives, or chili powder. You can also add grated Parmesan cheese or crumbled bacon for extra flavor.
Conclusion:
This simple yet delicious corn with basil butter is a perfect side dish for any summer gathering. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. The combination of sweet corn, aromatic basil, and creamy butter creates a taste sensation that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this corn with basil butter a try. You won't be disappointed!
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