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Grilled Corn Chili-Lime Butter Recipe: A Summer BBQ Favorite

Zesty Charred Sweet Corn with Spiced Citrus Butter

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ears corn husked
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 tsp chili flakes can substitute with chili powder for a smoother texture
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
  • In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, chili flakes, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, rosemary, thyme, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
  • Place the husked ears of corn directly onto the hot grill grates. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and tender.
  • Remove the corn from the grill and immediately brush generously with the prepared spiced citrus butter.
  • Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.