Grilled corn covered in melted butter is a grilling staple, and it’s delicious any time of year. However, if you’re wanting to change things up a bit, you can try out one of these flavored butter recipes to kick your grilling game up a notch! They’re easy and tasty, the perfect combo.
Tips and Tricks
When grilling your corn, make sure to first prep the grill at medium-high heat. Then, add some oil to the grill. Place the corn on it and turn until it is lightly browned and tender. This should take approximately 8-10 minutes.
When it comes to the flavored butter, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze it for up to one month. If you want to use up the leftovers, they’re great on potatoes or your favorite veggies.
Cajun Butter Grilled Corn
Ingredients:
- 2 sticks of unsalted butter, set at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
For a bit of zing, the ingredients above should be placed in a bowl and mixed until all the ingredients are pureed. Place this in a serving dish or ramekin, and then put it in the fridge until it is ready to serve with your grilled corn.
Miso Butter Grilled Corn
Ingredients:
- 2 sticks of unsalted butter at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons white miso
- 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon of rice wine vinegar
- The zest and juice of a lime
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Salt
Instructions:
For this butter, add all the ingredients to a food processor. Then blend until it’s like a puree. Put this in a dish and refrigerate until it is ready to be served.