Caribbean Corn
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant and smoky Caribbean Corn recipe, a perfect side dish for any backyard barbecue or summer dinner. Sweet and tender fresh corn on the cob is charred to perfection on the grill, then slathered with a bold, spiced butter infused with garlic, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne for just the right amount of heat. A bright squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of fragrant cilantro leaves add a zesty, herbaceous finish that ties all the flavors together beautifully. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a handful of simple ingredients, this zesty grilled corn is an effortless yet flavorful way to bring Caribbean-inspired flair to your table. Serve warm and watch it disappear in seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 whole Fresh lime
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or melted butter for grilling
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Husk the corn and remove all the silk. Lightly coat each ear of corn with vegetable oil or melted butter to prevent sticking.
Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes to ensure even charring, until the kernels are tender and slightly blackened in spots.
While the corn is grilling, prepare the seasoning butter: In a small bowl, mix the unsalted butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Once the corn is grilled, transfer it to a serving platter. Immediately brush each ear with the seasoned butter to allow the flavors to melt into the kernels.
Cut the lime into wedges and squeeze fresh lime juice over each ear of corn. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro for a fresh, herby finish.
Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful Caribbean Corn as a tasty side dish at your next barbecue or dinner!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1254 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1172 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
