Description
Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil is a summer must-have that brings out the natural sweetness of fresh corn while enhancing it with rich butter and spices. This simple recipe is perfect for family dinners, barbecues, or any casual gathering, making it easy to impress your guests without extensive cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy perfectly grilled corn that’s tender and flavorful, ready to serve alongside your favorite dishes. Plus, the foil-wrapped cooking method ensures each ear steams beautifully while soaking up all the delicious flavors. Customize it with your choice of seasonings and toppings for a unique twist every time!
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried garlic powder (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 6 ears corn (shucked)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to 400°F.
- In a bowl, combine softened butter with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Generously rub each ear of corn with the butter mixture.
- Wrap two ears of corn in large pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil, sealing securely.
- Place packets on the grill and cook for 10 minutes.
- Flip corn packets carefully, seal again, and grill for another 10-20 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned.
- Carefully remove packets from the grill, open them slowly to avoid steam burns, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (100g)
- Calories: 172
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 143mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg