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Grilled Corn with Spicy Lime Butter

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Sweet grilled corn topped with bold and zesty spicy lime butter, perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • Fresh corn on the cob (4–6 ears)
  • Unsalted butter (4 tablespoons), softened
  • Lime zest (1 teaspoon)
  • Lime juice (1–2 tablespoons)
  • Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Cayenne or chipotle powder (a pinch to 1/4 teaspoon, to taste)
  • Garlic (1 small clove), finely grated or minced
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Neutral oil (1–2 teaspoons) for brushing corn
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, crumbled cotija or feta, extra lime wedges, Tajín, or smoked paprika
  • Optional touch of honey or maple (1/2 teaspoon) to balance heat

Instructions

  1. Heat the grill to medium-high (about 425°F/220°C). Shuck the corn and remove silk. Pat dry.
  2. Make the spicy lime butter: In a bowl, mix softened butter, lime zest, lime juice, chili powder, cayenne, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust.
  3. Lightly brush the corn with oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place corn on the grill. Cook, turning every 2–3 minutes, until lightly charred on all sides.
  5. When kernels are tender (about 10 minutes), remove from the grill and brush generously with half of the spicy lime butter.
  6. Return corn to the grill for 1–2 minutes over medium-high heat (around 425°F) to set the butter and add a light sizzle.
  7. Take off the grill. Brush with more butter, sprinkle cilantro and cotija if using, and serve with extra lime wedges. Enjoy hot.

Notes

Great for backyard parties and holidays. Corn can be grilled with husks on or off. Butter keeps well and can be made ahead.

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