COOLER-STEAMED CORN

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Grill your corn right away over the high heat of just-lit coals, then let it hang out in a cooler while you grill proteins and more delicate vegetables. The corn will finish cooking by steaming in the cooler and stay warm for hours.

Provided by Brad Leone

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Vegetable     Grill/Barbecue     Steam     Grill     Corn     Summer     Vegetarian     Vegan     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Dairy Free     Kid-Friendly

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

6 Tbsp. Diamond Crystal or 3 Tbsp. plus 1¼ tsp. Morton kosher salt
6 ears of corn, in husk

Steps:

  • Combine salt and 3 quarts water in a large pot; stir until salt is dissolved. Add corn; let sit at room temperature at least 2 hours, or cover and chill up to 12 hours.
  • Prepare a grill for high heat. Drain corn and grill until husks are lightly charred all over, about 15 minutes. Wrap in a clean towel and place in a cooler. Let steam at least 15 minutes and up to 3 hours.

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