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How to Grill Corn in the Husk

Grilling corn in the husk is the best way to cook corn on an outdoor grill! This corn cob recipe makes the perfect side dish for summer!

Grilled Corn in the Husk

Add this easy recipe to your meal planning this grilling season! Hamburgers, hot dogs and all of your grilled favorites pair nicely with corn on the cob.

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Why should I grill corn in the husk?

The husk is a natural barrier that prevents burnt or charred corn, when cooking it on the grill. The outer leaves trap in the moisture and lock the true flavor of corn into this easy recipe.

Grilled Corn in the Husk

What types of corn work best?

Dent, popcorn and sweet corn are the most common types of corn grown. Sweet corn is ideal for cooking and grilling and has a higher sugar content than other corn. Our favorite kind of sweet corn is called “Peaches and Cream” but any variety will do nicely.

Grilled Corn in the Husk

After trying many different methods, this is my personal favorite way to enjoy a corn cob. It makes a great side for hot dogs, smoked burgers or grilled salmon and is perfect for backyard barbecues.

How to make grilled corn:

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Supplies:

Grilled Corn in the Husk

Ingredients:

  • 4 large ears of fresh corn, outer husks left on
  • 1/4 cup of butter
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Grilled Corn in the Husk

Directions:

1. Fill a large container with cold water and place corn cobs into it, making sure that they are completely covered in water.

2. Allow each ear of corn to soak in the water for at least one hour.

3. Preheat the BBQ to medium high heat, about 300 degrees F.

Grilled Corn in the Husk

4. Place the moist corn on the grill grates to cook for 45 minutes.

Grilled Corn in the Husk Process

5. Carefully peel the loose husks and corn silk from the corn ears.

Grilled Corn in the Husk

6. Top with melted butter, fresh herbs, salt and pepper.

This recipes makes four whole grilled corn cobs, enough for hungry adults. Or cut the cobs in half with a sharp knife to feed eight.

Grilled Corn in the Husk

This corn can be cooked without a barbecue grill! Here’s how…

How to grill corn without a grill:

Shuck and boil the corn in a large pot or wrap the sweet ears of corn in aluminum foil and cook in the oven.

Then use a cast iron grill pan on the stove top or an indoor grill like the George Foreman to get grill marks.

Grilled Corn in the Husk

What to do with leftover corn:

Left over corn can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for a few days. My favorite way to use leftover corn is in this grilled corn salad. You simply cut the corn kernels from the cob and use them to create the most delicious summer staple.

Grilled Corn in the Husk
Grilled Corn in the Husk

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Grilled Corn in the Husk

Grilled Corn in the Husk

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Additional Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes

Grilling corn in the husk is the best way to cook corn on an outdoor grill! This corn cob recipe makes the perfect side dish for summer!

Ingredients

  • 4 large ears of fresh corn, outer husks left on
  • 1/4 cup of butter
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Fill a large container with cold water and place corn cobs into it, making sure that they are completely covered in water.

2. Allow each ear of corn to soak in the water for at least one hour.

3. Preheat the BBQ to medium high heat, about 300 degrees F.

4. Place the moist corn on the grill grates to cook for 45 minutes.

5. Carefully peel the loose husks and corn silk from the corn ears.

6. Top with melted butter, fresh herbs, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 131Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 166mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 1g

All values are approximate and based on ingredients used by the recipe writer. Always calculate your own individual nutritional values for the most accurate calculation.

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