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Perfect Grilled Corn

Sweet, fresh corn is a must-have in the summer, and there's no better way to make it than grilling. This easy Grilled Corn is loaded with a unique nutty taste that you're sure to love.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cooking corn on the cob on the grill, cooking corn on the grill, grilled corn, grilled corn on the cob
Servings: 8
Author: Amy Stafford

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped. I use generous tablespoons.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (grated peel)
  • 4 ears corn
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoons flaky sea salt

Instructions

  • Butter: Add butter, chopped cilantro and lemon peel and stir to combine. You can leave at room temperature or place back in refrigerator if you plan on using later.
  • Prep the corn: Peel the husks back, leaving the husks attached at the base. Remove the silks by pulling away, you can use a damp dish towel to rub corn to remove any stubborn strands. Pull husks back up over corn ears to cover again. Use a piece of kitchen twine to tie the husks together around the top of the corn.
  • Turn a grill to high and close the lid. Lower the heat to medium-high. Place the corn on the grill rack and grill in the husk until the kernels are tender and the husk is blackened, about 35 minutes.
  • Set aside to cool slightly, remove string and then peel the corn and brush with the butter.
  • Sprinkle with the chili powder, season with the sea salt and serve.