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Flavorful Cajun Butter Grilled Corn Recipe with Spicy Kick

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This grilled corn recipe features a buttery Cajun spice blend with a spicy kick, perfect for summer barbecues and quick dinners. The smoky, buttery, and slightly sweet glaze makes it a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 4 fresh ears of corn, husked and cleaned
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning blend (paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Juice of half a lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (if Cajun seasoning is unsalted)
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, honey, and salt. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375–400°F). Clean and lightly oil grates to prevent sticking.
  3. Husk the ears of corn and remove as many silks as possible. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  4. Using a basting brush, spread a generous layer of the Cajun butter all over each ear of corn.
  5. Place corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 10–12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes. Each time you turn, brush on another thin layer of Cajun butter.
  6. Once corn is cooked through and tender with golden brown char spots, remove from grill.
  7. Immediately squeeze fresh lime juice over the corn.
  8. Optionally sprinkle chopped parsley or cilantro on top and serve hot.

Notes

If butter hardens during grilling, dollop more and spread gently. Avoid flare-ups by moving corn to cooler grill areas if needed. For a less charred result, wrap corn in foil after 5 minutes of grilling. Butter can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated to intensify flavors. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine or olive oil and honey with maple syrup.

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Keywords: grilled corn, Cajun butter, spicy corn, summer recipe, barbecue side dish, smoky corn, easy grilled corn

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