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Flavorful Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chipotle Honey Butter

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A smoky, sweet, and spicy grilled corn on the cob recipe featuring a creamy chipotle honey butter that melts perfectly over hot corn, ideal for summer BBQs and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

Instructions

  1. Remove the husks and silk from 4 fresh ears of corn. Rinse under cold water to remove any stubborn silk strands and pat dry with a kitchen towel. (About 5 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 6 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon chipotle powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, ½ teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Whisk until smooth and fully blended. (5 minutes)
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 375-400°F (190-200°C). Avoid open flames to prevent burning the corn. (10-15 minutes)
  4. Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 10-12 minutes total, turning every 2-3 minutes to get even grill marks and prevent burning. Kernels should be slightly charred and smell smoky but remain juicy.
  5. Remove the corn from the grill and immediately brush each ear generously with the chipotle honey butter while still hot. The heat will melt the butter and help it soak into the kernels. (2-3 minutes)
  6. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro or parsley over the buttered corn for a fresh burst of color and flavor.
  7. Serve the corn warm with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Notes

Use softened butter at room temperature for best mixing. Adjust chipotle powder to control heat level. Keep a spray bottle of water handy to control grill flare-ups. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil and honey with maple syrup. Reheat leftovers on grill or broiler, avoid microwaving to maintain juiciness.

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Keywords: grilled corn on the cob, chipotle honey butter, summer BBQ, smoky corn, easy side dish, spicy corn, honey butter corn

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