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Simple Grilled Corn Recipe 5 Easy Steps for Perfect Char and Butter

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A foolproof grilled corn recipe delivering perfect char and buttery goodness in under 20 minutes, ideal for summer gatherings and quick sides.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Remove husks and silk from 4 ears of fresh corn. For juicier kernels, soak corn with husks pulled back in cold water for 15 minutes, then pull husks back up before grilling. This recipe uses fully husked corn for perfect char.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley until smooth.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
  4. Brush each ear of corn with 1 tablespoon olive oil to prevent sticking and encourage even charring.
  5. Place corn directly on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes to get grill marks and char spots. Move corn to cooler spots if flames flare up.
  6. Check doneness by poking a kernel; it should be tender and juicy with golden and dark brown char spots.
  7. Remove corn from grill and immediately spread with the herb butter. Let sit for 2 minutes to melt the butter into the kernels.
  8. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh zing.

Notes

Brush corn with olive oil to prevent sticking and encourage even charring. Use softened butter for easy mixing and spreading. If grill is not hot enough, finish corn in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes. For juicier corn, soak husks before grilling with husks on. Leftovers keep up to 2 days refrigerated; reheat under broiler or skillet to revive char flavor.

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Keywords: grilled corn, summer recipe, barbecue side, easy corn recipe, buttery corn, charred corn, quick side dish

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