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smoky charred blackened corn

Smoky, charred, and blackened corn is the best summer side dish!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6

ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp melted unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 6 medium fresh corn ears
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
  • For serving: lime wedges

instructions

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 450˚F.
  • In a small bowl, stir together butter, salt, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Brush the butter mixture over the corn. Reserve the excess and set aside for later.
  • Add the corn cobs to the grill. Grill, turning often, until the corn is tender and charred, about 10 to 12 minutes. I find that I like just a touch of char, but you can leave the corn on longer for more char than pictured if you prefer.
  • Remove corn from grill and brush with leftover butter. Sprinkle with chives.*
  • Serve warm with lime wedges.

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notes

*You can also serve this corn as a salad! Remove corn kernels from the cobs and add to a bowl. Drizzle over reserved butter and chives. Stir to combine and serve with lime wedges.

nutrition

Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 404mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
Calories: 80kcal
Cuisine: Grilling
Category: Side Dish