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Flavorful Cajun Corn on the Cob with Herb Butter

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A quick and easy recipe for summer BBQs featuring fresh corn on the cob slathered in a creamy herb butter and dusted with a balanced Cajun spice blend. Perfectly tender, smoky, and spicy with a fresh herb twist.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Husk the corn, removing all silk threads. Rinse under cold water to clean. (About 5 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter with chopped parsley, thyme, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well blended. (About 5 minutes)
  3. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 7-10 minutes until tender but still crisp. Alternatively, steam the corn for 10-12 minutes. For smoky char marks, grill the corn over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally.
  4. Use a brush or spoon to generously slather the herb butter all over each ear while still hot. Let the butter melt into every kernel and pool a bit before serving.
  5. Sprinkle an extra dash of Cajun seasoning or smoked paprika on top for added color and flavor. Serve immediately.

Notes

If butter is too thick to spread, soften in microwave for 10-15 seconds. Avoid overcooking corn to keep kernels tender-crisp. Fresh herbs are preferred for best flavor. Grilling adds smoky flavor but watch heat to avoid charring. Herb butter can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored refrigerated.

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Keywords: Cajun corn on the cob, herb butter corn, summer BBQ side, spicy corn recipe, grilled corn, easy corn recipe

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