Description
This recipe elevates grilled corn on the cob with a savory miso garlic parmesan butter, creating a deeply flavorful and addictive side dish. It’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
- Fresh Corn on the Cob (4 ears, 800g): Choose ears with plump kernels and damp husks.
- Unsalted Butter (100g / 7 Tbsp): Softened for easy mixing.
- Garlic (4 cloves, 2 Tbsp): Freshly minced for best flavor.
- White Miso Paste (2 Tbsp / 30g): Provides umami depth.
- Honey (1 Tbsp / 15ml): Balances saltiness with sweetness.
- Smoked Paprika (½ tsp / 1g): Adds a subtle smoky flavor.
- Lemon Zest (1 tsp / 2g): Brightens the flavors.
- Parmesan Cheese (60g / 2oz): Freshly grated for optimal melting.
- Salt and Pepper (to taste): Adjust to your preference.
- Sesame Seeds (1 Tbsp / 9g): Toasted for nutty flavor and crunch.
- Chives (2 Tbsp / 6g): Chopped for a fresh finish.
- Olive Oil (as needed): For preventing sticking.
Instructions
- Prepare Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high heat and oil grates.
- Infuse Butter: Melt butter, sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Create Miso Magic: Whisk in miso, honey, paprika, and lemon zest. Fold in Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Coat Corn: Brush shucked corn generously with butter mixture.
- Grill to Perfection: Grill corn, turning every 2 minutes, for 8-10 minutes.
- Serve & Garnish: Drizzle with remaining butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chives.
Notes
For a richer flavor, continuously baste the corn with the miso-garlic parmesan butter while grilling. Toasting sesame seeds enhances their aroma and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: corn,miso,parmesan,garlic,grilled,summer,side dish,bbq