Best Spicy Grilled Sweet Corn Recipes

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SPICY GRILLED CORN ON THE COB



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This grilled corn on the cob is a real summertime treat. It's basted with a spicy butter blend and grilled to perfection in about 20 minutes. This recipe is easily doubled to serve a larger gathering. This recipe is part of our Juneteenth Family Cookout Menu.

Provided by Andrea Mathis, M.A., RDN, LD

Categories     Healthy Corn Recipes

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 ears corn with husks
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper

Steps:

  • Carefully pull back cornhusks, remove the silk and fold the husks back over the cobs. Soak the corn in a large bowl of water for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill to low heat (300°F). Combine butter, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Remove the corn from the water and pat dry with a clean towel. Pull the husks back and brush the kernels with the butter mixture, then cover again with the husks. Grill the corn, turning a few times, until tender and slightly charred, 15 to 20 minutes. To serve, pull back the husks and tie them together with kitchen twine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 7 g

SPICY GRILLED CORN



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ears of corn, shucked (husk and silk removed)

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  • In a small bowl, mix the butter, paprika, red pepper flakes
  • and salt and pepper to taste. Rub the spiced butter on the corn, coating
  • completely.
  • Wrap each ear of corn in aluminum foil and place on the
  • grill. Cook 20 to 25 minutes, turning several times for even cooking. Carefully
  • remove the foil before serving.

SPICY GRILLED SWEET CORN



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Cover unshucked corn with water and soak for 30 minutes, weighing it down so that it is completely submerged. This will help the husk not burn. Sometimes I add 1/8 tsp. cumin to the spice mix for change.

Provided by Millie Johnson

Categories     Vegetables

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ears corn in husks
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 tsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. After corn has soaked,peel back husks, (but do not remove) and clean off silks. Peal off one or two single husks to make ties with later.
  • 2. In small bowl add salt and all the spices and mix. Smear butter on corn then sprinkle on the spice mix.(You may have leftover spice mix) Take the husks you set aside and cut (4) 1/4 inch strips lengthwise. Use these to secure husks together at the top of ear.
  • 3. Grill on med. hi for 20 minutes, with lid closed, turning 1/4 turn every 5 minutes. Peel back husks and enjoy!

SPICED GRILLED CORN



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The wonderful spice mixture doesn't add heat, only great flavor. This just may be the best corn you've ever had! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Brush oil over corn; sprinkle with spice mixture. Place each on a rectangle of heavy-duty foil (about 14x12 in.). Fold foil over corn, sealing tightly., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET GRILLED CORN



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A perfect summertime side dish of fresh sweet corn grilled in a savory herb mixture.

Provided by Josh & Elizabeth

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ears corn, husk and silk removed
1 ½ tablespoons macadamia nut oil
½ cup melted butter
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon crushed rosemary
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Soak corn in cold water for 1 to 3 hours.
  • Stir together macadamia nut oil and melted butter in a bowl. Season with garlic, rosemary, sage, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Drain corn and pat dry. Spread butter mixture evenly over each ear of corn, and place each piece on a square of aluminum foil. Tightly wrap each ear and puncture to allow excess steam to escape while grilling.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
  • Grill the corn cobs until tender, about 20 to 30 minutes, turning frequently. Remove from the grill and check for doneness; if the corn is not done, continue cooking an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 635.5 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

GRILLED SWEET CORN



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Since we have plenty of fresh sweet corn available in our area, we use this recipe often in summer. Parsley, chili powder and cumin accent the corn's just-picked flavor. -Connie Lou Hollister, Lake Odessa, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 large ears sweet corn in husks
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Place corn in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes., Mix remaining ingredients. Drain corn; carefully peel back husks to within 1 in. of bottoms and remove silk. Spread corn with butter mixture; rewrap in husks and secure with kitchen string., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat until tender, 25-30 minutes, turning often. To serve, cut string and peel back husks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MEXICAN GRILLED CORN



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I consider this to be the greatest corn-on-the-cob recipe of all time. The way the mild, subtly salted cheese works with an ancho-lime mayonnaise, along with that buttery, smoky corn, is a magnificent combination of flavors. Perfecto!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup mayonnaise
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon ground ancho chile pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
8 ears corn on the cob, husked
¼ cup butter, melted, or as needed
½ cup freshly grated Cotija cheese
1 pinch salt to taste
1 lime, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, ancho chile powder, and smoked paprika in a bowl; whisk until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil corn in the salted water for 5 minutes. Drain the corn.
  • Place ears of corn on hot grill and cook until the kernels begin to brown and caramelize, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn the corn and continue to cook, turning ears after 1 to 2 minutes, until they are browned with slightly charred, caramelized spots.
  • Generously brush corn with melted butter and ancho-lime mayonnaise until kernels are coated. Sprinkle ears with Cotija cheese and salt. Garnish with slices of lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 245.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

SWEET 'N' SPICY ROASTED CORN



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In Bryan, Texas, Erin Littlefield saves herself the trouble of husking those ears of sweet corn she brings to family picnics and get-togethers with this scrumptious grilling technique. "My husband came up with the sweet and spicy glaze," she confides. "It tastes really good, looks beautiful with the flecks of red pepper and requires much less butter than folks generally use."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 large ears sweet corn in husks
2 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottom; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Soak corn in cold water for 1 hour., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. Remove string before serving., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Add the garlic, brown sugar, red pepper flakes and chili powder. Serve with grilled corn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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