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Smoky Grilled Corn on the Cob

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. + soaking Grill: 25 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Jun. 27, 2023
We love corn and are always looking for new ways to enjoy it. This tastes great right off the grill but leftovers are delicious in salads and tacos. I like to let the corn cool, cut it off the cob, then top it with butter and fresh cracked pepper. —Rachel Smith, Vicksburg, Michigan
Smoky Grilled Corn on the Cob
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Ingredients

  • 6 medium ears sweet corn
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Brush corn with oil. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over corn. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Place in a Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain.
  2. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often.

Nutrition Facts

1 ear of corn: 120 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.