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Foil-wrapped grilled corn on the cob ready for the BBQ grill.

Grilled Corn on the Cob in Foil

A delicious and easy dish that captures the essence of summer, featuring sweet, juicy corn enhanced with rich, flavorful compound butter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 ears
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Barbecue
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Roasted Garlic Compound Butter
  • 2 bulbs garlic (whole with the peel intact) Enhances flavors beautifully.
  • 0.5 cup butter (unsalted and softened) Essential for that luscious taste.
  • 2 tbsp roasted garlic For an extra kick of flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt Highlights all the flavors.
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper Balancing heat.
Corn Ingredients
  • 4 pieces corn (husks removed and cleaned) The star of the dish.
  • 0.5 cup butter (unsalted and softened) Another portion for the corn.
  • 1 tbsp roasted garlic For extra flavor.
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt Final seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru (or dried chile pepper powder) Introduces a zing.
  • 0.5 zest lime Brightens flavors.
  • 0.5 tsp lime juice Adds a refreshing tang.
  • 3 tbsp red miso Unique savory addition.
  • 1 tbsp chives (sliced thinly) Brings color and flavor.
  • 1 tsp basil (minced) Aromatically complements corn.
  • 1 tsp parsley (minced) Fresh touch.
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano Blends perfectly.
  • 0.25 tsp thyme Hints of warmth.
  • 1 tsp lemon juice Bright and zesty lift.
  • kosher salt to taste Kosher salt For serving.

Method
 

Roasted Garlic Compound Butter
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Slice off the top of the garlic bulbs to expose a few cloves.
  3. Drizzle garlic bulbs with vegetable oil and place them on a sheet pan.
  4. Roast for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  5. Cool the garlic and peel the cloves.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine all compound butter ingredients thoroughly.
  7. Place the butter mixture on cling wrap and shape it into a log.
  8. Refrigerate for about 45 minutes or use immediately.
Preparing the Corn on the Grill
  1. Preheat your grill to medium heat (approximately 350°F).
  2. Remove husks from the corn and rinse to clean.
  3. Cut a piece of aluminum foil (approximately 12 x 12 inches).
  4. Slather 1-2 tablespoons of roasted garlic compound butter on each ear of corn.
  5. Wrap the corn in foil, sealing the sides.
  6. Cook wrapped corn on the grill for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway.
  7. Carefully open the foil, serve with additional butter and salt.

Notes

Feel free to vary the butter ingredients, add heat with cayenne pepper, or use herbs like cilantro or dill. You can also roast corn in the oven at the same temperature if grilling isn't possible. Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3 days or frozen.