Tailgate Game Day Dinner: Spicy Southern BBQ Street Corn
This unforgettable Spicy Southern BBQ Street Corn recipe is perfect for a Tailgate Game Day Dinner. It's an advanced yet approachable recipe that combines the classic street corn with a tangy jalapeño-lime dressing, sure to ignite your senses and bring warmth to any gathering.
Allergens
Corn, Soy (in some store-bought barbecue sauces), Gluten (in some store-bought barbecue sauces)
Ingredients
- 4 large ears of corn, shucked and silks removed 1 cup barbecue sauce, homemade or store
- bought 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 jalapeño, minced 1 lime, zested and juiced 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium high heat or preheat oven broiler to high.
- In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, melted butter, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, half of the minced jalapeño, and lime juice. Mix well.
- Brush each ear of corn with some of the prepared BBQ mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly coated.
- Grill or broil corn for 5 6 minutes per side, brushing with additional BBQ sauce and turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
- In another small bowl, combine remaining jalapeño, lime zest, mayonnaise, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Allow the grilled corn to rest for 1 minute, then spread the jalapeño lime mayo evenly over each ear of corn. Serve immediately.
Chef’s Insight
Don't be afraid to customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of jalapeño in the mayo or using a milder barbecue sauce.
Notes
The BBQ sauce can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.