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Crispy Grilled Corn on the Cob with Garlic Butter and Parmesan

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A quick and easy summer side dish featuring fresh corn grilled to crispy perfection and coated with a rich garlic butter and Parmesan mixture.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until creamy and well blended.
  2. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C), approximately 10 minutes.
  3. Remove husks and silk from corn completely, leaving a bit of stem for handling. Lightly brush each ear with some garlic butter mixture, reserving some for after grilling.
  4. Place corn on the hot grill. Turn every 2-3 minutes using tongs, grilling for 10-12 minutes total until golden char marks and crisp kernels form.
  5. Immediately brush another generous layer of garlic butter on the hot corn after grilling to melt into the kernels.
  6. Sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley on top before serving.

Notes

Softening the butter before mixing helps it coat the corn evenly and achieve a crispy finish. Control grill heat to medium-high to avoid burning the butter. Turn corn often for even cooking. Use fresh Parmesan for best flavor and melting. Avoid grilling with husks on to prevent steaming and sogginess. Leftovers can be stored up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet or broiler to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: grilled corn on the cob, garlic butter corn, Parmesan corn, crispy corn, summer side dish, easy grilled corn

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