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Flavorful Grilled Corn on the Cob with Lime Cilantro Butter

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A quick and easy summer BBQ side dish featuring grilled corn on the cob slathered with a bright, fragrant lime cilantro butter that adds a fresh, herbal zing.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked with some silk removed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from about 1 medium lime)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: Pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder for smoky kick

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lime cilantro butter: In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened butter, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, fresh lime juice, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated. Add smoked paprika or chili powder if desired. Set aside at room temperature.
  2. Prep the corn: Husk the corn, removing most silk but leaving a few strands if preferred. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F).
  4. Grill the corn: Place corn directly on grill grates. Turn every 3-4 minutes using tongs to ensure even cooking and char on all sides. Grill for 12-15 minutes until kernels are golden and blistered, avoiding scorching.
  5. Butter it up: Remove corn from grill and immediately slather each ear generously with the lime cilantro butter. Add extra salt if desired.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges for extra citrus squeeze.

Notes

Dry the corn thoroughly before grilling to help the butter stick better. Use tongs instead of forks to avoid piercing kernels and losing juices. For thicker ears, try indirect grilling after initial charring to steam internally. Butter can be made ahead and kept refrigerated; bring to room temperature before use. For a smoother butter, blend ingredients briefly in a food processor. If butter is too cold to spread, warm briefly in microwave (10 seconds).

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Keywords: grilled corn, lime cilantro butter, summer BBQ, easy side dish, grilled vegetables, fresh herbs, summer recipe

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