Cajun Grilled Corn (Printable Version)

Tender corn with smoky char, coated in zesty Cajun butter with paprika, cayenne, and lime for the perfect summer side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Corn

01 - 4 ears of fresh corn, husked
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ For the Cajun Butter

03 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/4 tsp dried thyme
08 - 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
09 - 1/4 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - Juice of 1/2 lime

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
02 - Brush each ear of corn lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
03 - In a small bowl, mix all Cajun butter ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
04 - Place corn directly on the grill and cook for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender.
05 - Remove corn from the grill and immediately slather each ear generously with Cajun butter.
06 - Serve hot, with extra lime wedges if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes
  • Perfect complement to any summer barbecue
  • Customizable heat level to suit your preference
  • Simple ingredients with big flavor payoff
02 -
  • Highest flavor comes from super fresh corn ideally purchased same day
  • Can be prepped ahead but butter tastes best freshly mixed
  • The natural sweetness of corn balances perfectly with Cajun spices
03 -
  • Always start with room temperature butter for the easiest mixing and best flavor absorption
  • For extra juicy corn, soak husked ears in cold water for 10 minutes before grilling
  • Keep a reserved portion of the Cajun butter at room temperature for guests who want extra spice

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