Sizzling Garlic Butter Street Corn
Find the best street food recipes, including grilled corn, garlic butter, and smoky flavors perfect for a summer barbecue. Discover how to recreate this classic American dish at home with our easy-to-follow recipe.
Allergens
Dairy (Feta Cheese)
Ingredients
- 6 ears of corn, husked and cleaned 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Zest and juice of 1 lime 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 4 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred on all sides, about 10 minutes.
- Remove corn from grill and brush each ear with the garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle lime zest, lime juice, crumbled feta cheese, chopped cilantro, and green onions over the buttered corn.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing guests to savor the mouthwatering aroma and the sizzling sounds of the corn as they dig in.
Chef’s Insight
This recipe is inspired by the famous street corn carts found across America, capturing the essence of summer and the thrill of biting into a dish that tastes even better at home.
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