Grill more than just meat at your next barbecue! Corn on the cob grilled in the husk comes out perfectly moist, then gets smothered in flavorful cilantro-lime butter!
Summer is in full swing, which means barbecue season! Welcome to the #SundaySupper Summer BBQ Party!
I live in an apartment, so unfortunately, I don't have an outdoor grill. What I do have is a cast iron grill pan, which can be used on gas ranges, electric ranges, or in an oven.
We go to my parents' at least once a month, where my dad almost always grills. Rain or shine, hot or cold, my dad will grill. Burgers, hot dogs, chicken, steak — it all goes on the grill.
This was the first time I've ever had grilled vegetables. When I saw the theme for this week's Sunday Supper, I knew I wanted to do something different, so I started researching grilled sides, until I happened upon grilled corn on the cob. What a perfect way to cook up some local New Jersey corn!
Some grill their corn in the husk, some husk the corn before grilling. Husking it first will give you those charred grilled marks. But grilling corn in the husk essentially steams the corn, ensuring delicious, juicy kernels.
This is also the first time I've ever had corn with anything other than some salted butter. Let me tell you, lime is a brilliant complement to the corn. I'm a convert. I will always give my corn a quick squeeze of lime juice before eating.
Oh, and in case you're curious — that burger in the first photo is Confections of a Foodie Bride's Texican burgers. So delicious!
Grilled Corn on the Cob with Cilantro-Lime Butter
Ingredients
- 1 oz stick salted butter, very soft but not melted, 4
- 2 tablespoon minced cilantro
- Zest of one small lime
- Juice of half a lime
- 8 ears of corn on the cob, unhusked
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mash together the butter, cilantro, lime zest and lime juice. Scrape onto a piece of parchment paper and roll tightly into a log. Twist ends to seal closed, and refrigerate until butter is firm. Can be done up to a day ahead of time.
- Peel away the first layer of the husk, and trim any silk that's sticking out of the top.
- Prepare grill for direct, medium heat (or preheat oven to 425 degrees). Place the corn directly on the grill grates (or in a grill pan). About every five minutes, give the corn a quarter-turn, to ensure even cooking on all sides. Continue turning and cooking for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Holding the corn with a towel or oven mitt, peel back the husk and discard the cornsilk. Serve each cob with a pat of the cilantro-lime butter.
Inspired by Fine Cooking
Don't forget to check out the other recipes at the #SundaySupper Summer BBQ Party!
Beverages
- Best Wines For A Summer BBQ Party from ENOFYLZ Wine Blog
- Grilled Peach and Cinnamon Whiskey Sour from Peaceful Cooking
- How To Make Fresh Squeezed Lemonade from Life Tastes Good
- Pineapple Margaritas from The Messy Baker
- Stone Fruit Sangria from Because I Like Chocolate
- Strawberry Lemonade from Basic N Delicious
Appetizers
- BBQ Stuffed Calimari from Jane's Adventure in Dinner
Sides and Accompaniments
- Cucumber Salad with Blackberry Browned Butter Vinaigrette from Nik Snacks
- Easy Fruity Salad from Hot Momma's Kitchen Chaos
- Grilled Corn on the Cob with Lime Butter from The Redhead Baker
- Jacques' Cucumber Salad with Onions from Food Lust People Love
- Mango Peanut Slaw from The Texan New Yorker
- Mom's Classic Macaroni Salad from Webicurean
- Roasted Strawberry BBQ Sauce from Bobby's Kozy Kitchen
- Two Tomato Chutney from What Smells So Good?
Main Dishes
- Asian-Style Pasta with Gochujang Peanut Sauce from Wallflour Girl
- Barbecue Ribs from girlichef
- Bistecca from Confessions of a Culinary Diva
- Competition Baby Back Ribs with Apple-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce from Crazy Foodie Stunts
- Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Grilled Clams with Chorizo from Noshing With The Nolands
- Grilled Sanma from A Mama, Baby & Shar-pei in the Kitchen
- Grilled Shrimp with Lemon Basil from Nosh My Way
- Grilled Swordfish and Eggplant with Fusilli and Tomatoes from Cooking Chat
- Grilled Wings from Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks
- Lemon Oregano Spatchcock Chicken from Kudos Kitchen by Renee
- Mango Beef Kebabs from Curious Cuisiniere
- Steak Skewers with Chimichurri from Jelly Toast
- Sweet and Tangy Blueberry BBQ Chicken Pizza from Simply Gourmet
Desserts
- Amazing S'mores 7-Layer Bars from Flavor Mosaic
- Banana Pudding Pie from A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
- Blackberry Cake from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Blueberry and Raspberry Galette from Rhubarb and Honey
- Farm Stand Blackberry Buckle from The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Grilled Peach Crumble from Try Anything Once Culinary
- Hot Fudge Ice Cream Pie from Melanie Makes
- Lemon Ricotta Bars from The Foodie Army Wife
- Old Fashioned Sour Cherry Pie from Pies and Plots
- Pineapple Upside Down Cake from Take A Bite Out of Boca
- S'mores Chocolate Cookie Cups from Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Cheryl says
This sounds yummy. I'm not a cilantro fan, but I think I'll give a squeeze of lime a try next time I have grilled corn on the cob, which we LOVE around here! I would love it if you would bring this yummy recipe to my recipe link party The Yuck Stops Here this week. It'll start on Tuesday evening at 8pm ET and we can always be found on my site, Hot Momma's Kitchen Chaos! HUGS
Simply Gourmet says
Corn on the cob is usually served at all of our BBQs. I enjoy flavored butters but have never made them to go with COTC. That will change. Thanks for the recipe.
Constance J Smith (@FoodieArmyWife) says
What a great recipe - no BBQ is complete without corn on the cob!
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
Corn on the cob is my favorite summer treat. I love the cilantro lime butter here! So yummy!
Christy @ Confessions of a Culinary Diva says
Lovely! Indoor grilling pans are the best - love the combination for the butter and will be checking out that burger recipe.
Roz says
Nothing screams summer to me like fresh corn on the cob! I've just got to grill corn now and use this delicious butter!
Roz
Laura Dembowski says
I just bought the first corn of the season yesterday and I can't wait to cook with it. Love the flavors in this butter!
Tara says
Your corn is beautiful and I am in love with your cilantro lime butter, YUM!!
Mallory @ Because I Like Chocolate says
Grilling corn is my favourite way to cook it and I love the idea of topping it with a compound butter!
Sarah says
This is perfect for my family, we love grilled corn!
Emily {Jelly Toast} says
I am all about grilling corn - this looks wonderful!
Carol at Wild Goose Tea says
Geez, perfect. I have two ears of corn that I have to do something with and I seem to lack enthusiasm. BUT I have fresh cilantro in my herb patch and just bought 3 limes. I think I am set. Hey Hey for your Dad and his grilling, even when its lousy out.
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
That lime butter sounds ridiculously good!
Martin D Redmond says
Great looking recipe! I'm always torn between whether to grill corn with the husk on or husk off. What's the advantage of grilling corn with the husk on?
Ala says
If only I'd seen your post before I threw my last ears of corn into the steamer! This looks AWESOME--and that cilantro lime butter sounds hands-down amazing. Totally a quintessential summer BBQ must-have. It's great to meet ya, can't wait to see what other neat tricks you have up your sleeve!
Liz says
We're eating SO much corn on the cob right now that having a yummy butter to shake it up is most welcome!
MealDiva says
This looks wonderful! I love cilantro and lime together and I can't wait to try this out!
Dionne Baldwin says
I love grilled corn and I can't wait ti try this cilantro lime butter. Actually I love putting everything on the BBQ at home or while we are having a picnic too!
Laura says
We love grilled corn on the cob so much that these days we never serve it any other way. My 3 year old is probably not aware there is any other way to serve it. 🙂 I love your cilantro and lime butter you use with these.
Julie @ Texan New Yorker says
How much do I love grilled corn with a compound butter! This looks so awesome. 🙂
[email protected] Tastes Good says
Cilantro and lime on corn sounds delish! What a great idea!
Anne @ Webicurean says
I love grilling it with the husk on--makes for a nice presentation when it's done! My CSA has been sending me corn, so the next batch is getting smothered in this cilantro-lime butter!
Coleen says
I hope you like it as much as we did!