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Grilling is a great way to cook sweet corn to give it a little different flavor from other methods of cooking. There are several methods that can be used when grilling sweet corn and you can experiment with different flavored butters or seasonings to also give the corn a unique flavor. Shown below are four options that can be used when grilling sweet corn; two options are with the husks on and two options are with the husks off. Husks OnHusks On - Option #1
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| Wrap each individual ear in aluminum foil. Spread softened butter on the ear and then season as desired. |  |
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| After spreading butter and seasoning, wrap each ear tightly with the foil. | |
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| Puncture the foil to allow excess steam to escape while grilling. | |
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Place the foil wrapped corn on the grill directly over medium heat. Cook for 20 to 30 minutes, turning frequently throughout cooking time. |
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Remove corn from the grill and carefully open the foil wrap. Check corn for doneness. If it is not done, wrap the ear back up and place it back on the grill for 4 or 5 additional minutes. |
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Husks Off - Option #2
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Carefully pull husks back off from the corn but do not detach it at the end. Remove the silk. |
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Tie the husks with string to hold them back and form a handle at the end of the ear of corn. |
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| Mix 6 tablespoons of softened butter with 1 clove of garlic (minced) and 1 to 2 tablespoons of minced parsley. Stir butter mixture until smooth and then spread lightly on the ear of corn. |  |
| Place corn on the grill directly over medium heat. Arrange so that the husks hang off the edge of the grill or place foil under the husks in the area the husks will be placed. This will prevent them from burning. |  |
| Cook for 10 to 12 minutes. Turn the corn frequently during the cooking time. Brush ears with the remaining butter mixture as they are cooking. |  |
| When the corn is done the ears will be golden brown. Remove from the grill and serve while warm. |  |
For more information on preparing and other methods of cooking sweet corn, see All About Sweet Corn.
Tips
- Sweet corn will lose its sweetness much faster if stored at room temperature compared to storing in the refrigerator. It is best to eat it as soon as possible after it has been picked.
- Two to three medium ears of corn are equivalent to approximately 1 pound, depending on ear size. Two medium ears equal approximately 1 to 1 1/2 cups of kernels.
- If harvesting your own sweet corn, it is best to pick it early in the morning and eat it as soon as possible. If not cooking it soon after it is picked, store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
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