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Crispy Grilled Corn on the Cob with Parmesan Butter

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A quick and easy summer side dish featuring fresh corn grilled to crispy perfection and slathered with a savory Parmesan butter blend.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Whisk until creamy and well blended. Set aside.
  2. Husk the corn completely and remove all silk strands. Rinse under cold water and pat dry thoroughly.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). If using charcoal, let coals burn down to glowing embers with no big flames.
  4. Place corn directly on grill grates. Grill for 10-12 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes with tongs, until kernels have golden-brown grill marks and some blackened spots.
  5. Remove corn from grill and immediately brush generously with the prepared Parmesan butter while still hot.
  6. Optionally, sprinkle extra Parmesan and fresh parsley on top before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

For best results, ensure corn is completely dry before grilling to achieve crispy char. If grill flares up, use a spray bottle of water to control flames. Butter mixture can be prepared a day ahead and kept chilled. For dairy-free version, substitute vegan margarine and nutritional yeast for Parmesan.

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Keywords: grilled corn, corn on the cob, Parmesan butter, summer side dish, barbecue side, easy corn recipe

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