B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter Recipe

Elevate your BBQ game with this vibrant Chili Lime Butter Corn on the Cob recipe! Inspired by Margaret Johnson's recipe in our local state paper, this delicious side dish (or main course!) is ready in under 30 minutes. Perfectly charred corn is slathered with a zesty, creamy chili lime butter—a flavor explosion that will have everyone asking for more. Serve as a main course for 4, or alongside grilled chops and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 339.5 kcal

Protein 16g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter

6 ears fresh corn, shucked
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

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How to Make B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter

Preheat your grill to medium heat.
Place the shucked corn cobs directly on the grill grates.
Cook, turning occasionally, for 10-15 minutes, or until the kernels are tender and slightly charred.
While the corn is grilling, prepare the chili lime butter: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Once the corn is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
Spread a generous amount of the chili lime butter over each cob of corn.
Serve immediately and enjoy! Consider offering extra chili lime butter on the side for those who want an extra kick.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

40g

Carbs

17g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter?

B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter?

B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter has approximately 339.5 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter?

The key ingredients for B B Q D Corn With Chilli Lime Butter are Corn, Butter, Lime, Chili, Garlic, Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.