Name: The Best Grilled Corn on the Cob Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 ears corn; 4 teaspoons Chef Shamy Garlic Butter or regular butter; juice of 1 lime; salt and pepper, to taste

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Grilled Corn on the Cob

Today, I am sharing my foolproof recipe to prepare The Best Grilled Corn on the Cob Recipe! Grilling corn on the cob has never been so easy and delicious!

Corn on the Cob FAQs

Do you have to soak corn before you grill it?

No, soaking corn is not necessary. If you want to make corn on the cob in the husks, then it is a good idea to soak the corn so the husks do not burn when cooking. In my opinion, cooking in the husks looks pretty but very messy. Some people say the kernels are plumper after soaking, I find no difference, just another pot to wash!

How long can corn on the cob be kept in the fridge before cooking?

Corn can keep about 2-3 days in the fridge before cooking.

How do you grill corn on the cob without?

The smoky flavor of grilling corn is not as apparent as when grilling corn on the cob without foil. However, if you grill corn in foil, season corn with salt, pepper and add a little lime juice. Wrap the corn in the foil and grill over medium heat for about 15 minutes, turning frequently.

Does unshucked corn need to be kept in the fridge?

Yes. Keep the corn in the fridge until ready to cook.

Can I freeze uncooked corn on the cob?

Uncooked corn can be frozen. Place in a freezer safe bag in the freezer for about 3 months.

What's the benefit of grilling corn on the cob without the foil?

In my opinion, this is the easiest method to grill corn on the cob. Why mess with simplicity. Remove the husks and silks. Cooking the corn over a medium heat gives the corn a great char and smoky flavor. The corn juice caramelizes to add great flavor. My family's favorite way, simple and easy.

I love grilled corn on the cob and the simpler the better! Chef Shamy, one of our sponsors has amazing varieties of butter! I love their motto ake the World a Butter Place®! Their butter is keto friendly! Some of my favorite recipes that are awesome with this tasty Grilled Corn on the Cob are:

Easy Grilled Dijon Lime Chicken

Baked Crispy Chicken Drumsticks

Homemade Lighter Salisbury Steaks

Baked Parmesan Chicken Tenders

How to Make the Best Grilled Corn on the Cob:

Clean grill grates and preheat grill to 500 degrees.
Shuck the corn and remove all silks.
Place the corn on the grill and reduce heat to about 400 degrees.
Watch corn and turn corn about every 2 minutes.
Corn will be ready in about 15 minutes.
Once corn is cooked remove and serve with some lime juice and my personal favorite, Chef Shamy Garlic Butter or regular butter.

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