Best 5 Smoky Grilled Corn Recipes
Grilled corn is a staple of summer cookouts and picnics, but it can be difficult to achieve that perfect smoky flavor. Whether you're using fresh or frozen corn, there are a few tricks you can use to get the most out of your grilled corn. First, choose the right type of corn. Sweet corn is the best choice for grilling, as it has a high sugar content that caramelizes when grilled. Field corn, on the other hand, is best used for making cornmeal. Once you've chosen your corn, you need to prepare it for grilling. Remove the husks and silk, and then soak the corn in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This will help to prevent the corn from drying out while it's grilling.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
ROMAINE, GRILLED AVOCADO, AND SMOKY CORN SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE-CAESAR DRESSING
Provided by Chris Schlesinger
Categories Salad Side Fourth of July Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Lunch Parmesan Avocado Corn Grill Grill/Barbecue Lettuce Chile Pepper Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 (main course) or 6 (side dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure .
- Put parmesan in a medium bowl and add olive oil in a slow stream, whisking. Whisk in lime juice, garlic, chipotles, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
- Rub vegetable oil on corn and cut sides of avocados, then season with 1/8 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Grill avocados, cut sides down, and corn, covered only if using a gas grill, turning corn occasionally, until golden-brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Peel avocados and thinly slice. Cut corn kernels from cobs.
- Toss romaine with dressing and serve topped with avocado and corn.
SMOKY GRILLED CORN ON THE COB
We love corn and are always looking for new ways to enjoy it. This tastes great right off the grill but leftovers are delicious in salads and tacos. I like to let the corn cool, cut it off the cob, then top it with butter and fresh cracked pepper. -Rachel Smith, Vicksburg, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Brush corn with oil. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over corn. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Place in a Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SMOKY GRILLED CORN SALSA
Our backyard grill is the perfect place to cook up the ingredients for homemade corn salsa. It's yummy with tortilla chips and as a topping for meat, poultry and fish. -Alicia DeWolfe, Gloucester, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 6 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grill the tomatoes, corn, peppers and onion, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. Allow vegetables to cool slightly. Remove corn from cobs; transfer to a large bowl. Chop the remaining vegetables and add to corn., In a small bowl, whisk the cilantro, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, sugar and pepper. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROMAINE, GRILLED AVOCADO, AND SMOKY CORN SALAD WITH CHIPOTLE CAESAR DRESSING
Steps:
- Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over hot charcoal (high heat for gas); see "Grilling Procedure." Put parmesan in a medium bowl and add olive oil in a slow stream, whisking. Whisk in lime juice, garlic, chipotles, and 1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper. Rub vegetable oil on corn and cut sides of avocados, then season with 1/8 tsp each of salt and pepper. Grill avocados, cut sides down, and corn, covered only if using a gas grill, turning corn occasionally, until golden-brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Peel avocados and thinly slice. Cut corn kernels from cobs. Toss romaine with dressing and serve topped with avocado and corn. Cooks' note: Corn and avocados can be grilled, in batches if necessary, in a lightly oiled hot grill pan over medium-high heat
SMOKY GRILLED CORN
A friend and I cooked up this corn one evening when getting ready to grill. The buttery corn, with its sweet-spicy seasoning, won top honors over our steaks. -Linda Landers Kalispell, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the honey, garlic, pepper sauce and seasonings until blended; heat through. Brush over corn., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. , Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until the corn is tender, turning and basting occasionally with butter mixture. Serve corn with any remaining butter mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, sweet corn on the cob for the best flavor.
- Remove the husks and silks from the corn, but leave about an inch of the husk attached at the top. This will help to keep the corn moist while grilling.
- Soak the corn in cold water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help to prevent the corn from drying out.
- Brush the corn with melted butter or olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper before grilling.
- Grill the corn over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and slightly charred.
- Serve the corn hot with additional butter, salt, and pepper, or with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Smoky grilled corn on the cob is a delicious and easy summer side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to be a hit at your next cookout or gathering. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy some of the best corn on the cob you've ever had!
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