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Grilled Corn with Spices

A delightful summer side dish, this grilled corn is bursting with smoky, tangy, and buttery flavors, enhanced by customizable spice blends for a perfect BBQ treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 ear(s)
Course: BBQ, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American, Grilling
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Grilling
  • 4 ear(s) ears of corn, husked Fresh corn for grilling
  • 4 tbsp butter or olive oil, melted To brush on corn before grilling
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika Adds a smoky flavor
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder Enhances the savory taste
  • 1 tbsp cumin Brings in earthy notes
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper For subtle heat
  • 1 tsp sea salt To enhance flavors
  • 1 tsp brown sugar Balances the spice flavors

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the corn in the husk in cold water for 15 minutes to retain moisture.
  2. Melt butter or olive oil and brush generously over each ear of corn.
  3. Sprinkle the spice blend evenly over the corn, coating all sides.
Grilling
  1. For grilled corn with foil: Wrap each ear tightly in foil and grill over medium-high heat for 15–18 minutes, turning occasionally.
  2. For grilled corn without foil: Grill directly on the grates for 10–12 minutes, rotating frequently for even charring.
  3. After grilling, let the corn rest in foil for 5 minutes to complete cooking and retain steam.
Serving
  1. Serve the grilled corn topped with lime crema, cotija cheese, and cilantro as desired.
  2. Experiment with additional toppings like chipotle mayo, herbs, or citrus juice for different flavor profiles.

Notes

Customize your spice blend by adding lime zest or using different herbs. Serve as a side dish or incorporate into salads with grains like farro or quinoa.