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Summer is just around the corner and one of our favorite Side Dish Recipe is Grilled Corn on the Cob. Today I thought I would show you How to Grill Corn on the Cob with or without the husk on. For a sweet, juicy and charred recipe that everyone will love!
This grilled corn on the cob recipe is frugal, fast, and fabulous! It is a must have at any family BBQ at our house and the kids are normally fighting over the last ear. The corn turns out perfectly sweet, juicy and full of smoky flavor.
There are many ways to cook corn on the cob such as Air Fryer Corn on the Cob and Crock Pot Corn on The Cob Recipe. But we love grilling it because I can cook my Grilled BBQ Pork Chops, Grilled Hot Dogs, Grilled Chicken Legs and Grilled Turkey Burger Recipe while cooking the corn. Which makes for an easy cleanup.
What's in this post: How to Grill Corn on the Cob
Why You’ll Love Grilled Corn on the Cob
Cooking Corn on the Cob on the grill allows for the high, direct heat caramelizes the ear’s natural sugars, giving you the best smoky and sweet flavor!
Corn’s tight rows also trap a little steam inside each kernel, while the outside chars, the interior stays plump, juicy and locks in moisture. This summer side dish will be the first to go when you make it for your next BBQ!
Ingredients
- Fresh Sweet Corn on the Cob – You could use frozen, but fresh is the best
- Olive oil – Use oil of your choice
- Salt, Black Pepper, Garlic Salt – Simple seasoning is all you need
- Unsalted Butter – Add melted butter for added flavor
- Foil – Use heavy duty foil for the best results
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How to Grill Corn on the Cob Without Husks
Step 1 – Clean and peel the cobs of corn husks and silk.
Step 2 – Lay each ear of corn on the aluminum foil.
Step 3 – Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper and garlic salt.
Step 4 – Roll up in the foil. Do this until all of the corn is covered in foil.
Step 5 – Place on the grill for about medium-high heat for 20 minutes turning occasionally.
Step 6 – Make sure you are careful when unwrapping – these are hot! Serve with the butter!
How to Grill Corn on the Cob
Ingredients
- 6 Fresh Corn on the Cob (shucked)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Clean the cobs of corn of the husks.
- Prepare 6 pieces of foil. Lay each cob on the foil.
- Drizzle with olive oil over each corn on the cob and season with the salt and pepper.
- Roll up the corn in the foil and make sure that it's completely covered.
- Place on the grill over medium heat for 20 minutes turning occasionally.
- Cool completely, then remove the foil from the corn carefully as the foil will be hot.
- Serve warm with butter and enjoy!
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Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
How Long to Grill Corn on the Cob
If you are placing it on medium high heat, I like to cook my grilled corn on the cob for about 20 minutes. You will want to roll the corn regularly so nothing gets burned but in 20 minutes you will have beautifully grilled corn.
You can also cook corn on the cob in the oven at 400 degrees. Cook corn for about 20-30 minutes or until corn kernels are tender.
Flavor Variations
This is your basic recipe to get the most moist delicious corn without a lot of work. Considering adjusting the grilled corn on the cob recipe a bit for a completely different flavor.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese once corn is cooked (You will love this Parmesan Grilled Corn on the Cob
- Sprinkle ½ tablespoons of chili powder for amazing flavor
- Brush grilled corn with mayo, sprinkle chili-lime seasoning, Cotija cheese & a squeeze of lime juice to make elote or Mexican Street Corn on the Cob
- Dust with smoked paprika and grated Parmesan right off the grill for smoky parmesan flavor.
- You can even add in fresh herbs to make a herb butter for added flavor to the best corn.
How to Grill Corn in the Husk
You can also grill the corn in the husk. Sometimes, the husks will catch on fire when grilling so I recommend removing a few of the outer layers of the husks before grilling.
Then place the corn with the husks on directly on the grill and cook for around 20 minutes rotating frequently until the kernels turn a bright yellow color.
Allow the corn to cool for 5-10 minutes before removing the husks as they will be hot when removing them from the grill. From more tips, see How to Grill Corn on the Cob in the Husk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can grill corn by placing it directly on the grill. This way requires you to watch the corn closely so that it does not overcook or the corns pop.
Spray the grill grates with a non-stick cooking spray and clean the corn of the husks. Place the corn directly on the grill and turn when the corn kernels start to get dark (approximately ever 2-3 minutes).
Continue to rotate until all the sides of the corn is cooked through. This usually takes around 15-20 minutes depending on the size of the corn.
No, you do not have to soak corn on the cob before grilling. I Simply clean it, season it, and then it is ready to cook.
Move ears to indirect heat or lower a gas burner; finish cooking under gentler heat to avoid burnt kernels. The foil should help to prevent burnt corn on the cob.
We like to cut kernels off the cob then refrigerate up to 3 days in an airtight container. See Leftover Corn Recipes on how to use leftovers in many recipes such as corn salad.
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Can you use canola oil instead? That’s all I have on hand….
Yes, I think that’ll work great!
I do corn on the cob in the husk on the grill. I soak the corn in water for about 30 minutes before putting it on the grill. It steams in the husk and is so juicy.
Oh that sounds so good! I need to try that.
This was so good! Easy and delicious ? I will always do corn like this, anxious to try some other seasonings as well. Thanks!???
Can you do this in the oven? If so, what temperature and how long? I do not have access to outside grill.
I subbed pats of butter in place of the olive oil, and it was terrific! The tight foil wrap prevented flare ups. We’ll never go back to stovetop boiling again–unless outside temps are sub-zero.
Awesome – Thanks for sharing!
My family loves it with taco seasoning and a squeeze of lime.
Season salt tastes real good on sweet corn on the grill
That sounds delicious Larry.
We love lemon pepper on our corn! Yummy tangy and spicey all at the same time 🙂