Description
Smoked Paprika Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob is a vibrant summer dish that elevates any gathering. This delightful recipe features sweet, fresh corn slathered in a rich garlic butter infused with smoky paprika, creating a unique flavor experience. It’s not just a side; it’s a centerpiece for barbecues, picnics, and family dinners. With its simplicity and bold taste, this corn dish will quickly become a favorite at your summer events.
Ingredients
- Fresh corn on the cob
- Unsalted butter
- Garlic cloves
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Shuck the fresh corn, removing all husks and silk.
- Boil water in a large pot with a pinch of salt and add the shucked corn. Cook for 5–7 minutes until tender.
- In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over low heat and mix in minced garlic cloves, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until fragrant.
- Preheat the grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Grill the boiled corn for 2–3 minutes per side until charred.
- Brush the hot corn generously with the garlic butter mixture and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg