Description
This Grilled Corn on the Cob recipe offers a simple and delicious way to enjoy fresh corn with a smoky, charred flavor. The corn is soaked in salted water, then grilled with the husks on to preserve moisture and enhance the natural sweetness. Perfect as a summer side dish, it’s served with butter, salt, and pepper for a classic touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Corn
- 4 ears corn on the cob (with the husk)
Seasonings & Serving
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt (plus more for serving)
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
- Unsalted butter (optional; for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the corn: Peel back the husks of each ear of corn without removing them completely. This allows you to access the silk for removal while keeping the husks attached for grilling.
- Remove the silk: Carefully pull off all the corn silk strands from each ear. Then, fold the husks back over the corn to cover it completely.
- Soak the corn: In a large bowl, dissolve 1 tablespoon of kosher salt in water. Place the corn ears into the salted water and let them soak for 10 to 20 minutes. This step helps season the corn and keeps it moist during grilling.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium heat, creating an ideal environment for slow, even grilling of the corn.
- Grill the corn: Remove the corn from the water and place the ears directly on the grill. Cook for about 20 minutes total, turning every 5 minutes to ensure all sides are evenly grilled and the husks get lightly charred.
- Serve: Carefully remove the corn husks before serving. Slather the hot corn with unsalted butter if desired, and season with additional kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Soaking the corn in salted water helps season the kernels and prevents the husks from burning too quickly during grilling.
- Turning the corn regularly ensures even cooking and prevents charring on one side.
- Use medium heat to allow the corn to cook through without burning the husks.
- You can leave some husk on if you prefer a smokier flavor, but be cautious of flare-ups on the grill.
- Butter is optional but adds richness; you can also use flavored butters or sprinkle with herbs for variety.
