Recipe: Spicy Grilled Corn

Serves 6 | Total time: 15 minutes | Active time: 5 minutes

Recipe: Spicy Grilled Corn

Serves 6 | Total time: 15 minutes | Active time: 5 minutes

This spicy grilled corn is rich, buttery, and packed with heat from the first bite to the last. Spicy grilled corn comes together in 15 minutes with just a handful of ingredients, and a quick brush of Old Bay butter with a dash of hot sauce turns simple ears of corn into the side dish that steals the show every single time. It pairs perfectly with just about anything else coming off the grill.

Ingredients

• 4 ears of corn, husked
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
• A dash of your favorite green hot sauce
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Place the husked ears of corn directly on the grill. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes, until the kernels are charred in spots and tender throughout.
3. While the corn finishes on the grill, melt the butter in a small saucepan or cast iron skillet. Stir in the Old Bay, hot sauce, and a pinch of salt.
4. Pull the corn off the grill and brush generously with the spicy butter. Serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Spicy Grilled Corn

First, don’t skip the char. Those dark spots on the kernels add a smoky depth that makes the spicy butter taste even better. As a result, the finished dish has a complexity that plain boiled or steamed corn simply can’t match. Let the grill do its job and resist the urge to pull the corn too early.

Adjusting the Heat Level

For extra heat, double the hot sauce or add a pinch of cayenne to the butter. On the other hand, if you prefer a milder version, cut the hot sauce in half and let the Old Bay carry the flavor on its own. Either way, this spicy grilled corn delivers.

The Right Tool for the Job

A cast iron skillet is the best tool for melting and mixing the butter right at the grill. In addition to holding heat evenly, it keeps the butter warm while you pull the corn off. That means no extra dishes and no trips back inside to reheat anything.

Serving Suggestions

This spicy grilled corn pairs naturally with our Cajun Lemon Pepper Wings for a complete backyard cookout spread. Together, they cover your main and your side in under an hour with minimal cleanup. If you’re looking to level up your outdoor cooking setup, stop by our Post Falls showroom or give us a call at (208) 457-8868 to explore our outdoor kitchen options.

Credit: Recipe courtesy of Food Network Kitchen.