Flavorful Cowboy Butter Roasted Corn
A quick and easy roasted corn recipe featuring a smoky, garlicky cowboy butter that enhances the natural sweetness of fresh corn, perfect for summer BBQs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened or melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, smoked paprika, chopped fresh parsley, chili flakes (if using), salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Mix well until aromatic and evenly blended.
- Husk the fresh corn, removing all silk strands. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 375°F / 190°C).
- Generously brush the prepared cowboy butter all over the corn, coating each ear thoroughly. Reserve a tablespoon or two for basting while grilling.
- Place the buttered corn on the hot grill or grill pan. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes to get even char marks on all sides. Baste with reserved butter halfway through cooking.
- Remove the corn from heat once tender and lightly charred. Brush with any remaining cowboy butter and serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
If garlic starts to burn, lower the heat or move corn to a cooler spot. Use softened butter for easy spreading. Turn corn frequently to avoid burning. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine or olive oil. Oven roasting at 425°F for 20-25 minutes is a good alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
Keywords: roasted corn, cowboy butter, summer BBQ, grilled corn, smoky corn, garlic butter corn, easy side dish