**Grilled Chili Corn: A Spicy and Smoky Summer Treat**
When summer hits, there's nothing quite like a grilled corn on the cob. But why settle for plain old butter and salt when you can take your grilled corn to the next level with this recipe for Grilled Chili Corn? This dish is packed with flavor, thanks to a spicy and smoky chili rub that's applied to the corn before grilling. The chili rub is made with a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, and it gives the corn a delicious and complex flavor. Once the corn is grilled, it's brushed with a mixture of melted butter and lime juice, which adds a touch of sweetness and acidity. The result is a grilled corn dish that's sure to be a hit at your next summer gathering.
In this article, you'll find two recipes for Grilled Chili Corn. The first recipe is for a classic Grilled Chili Corn, made with fresh corn on the cob. The second recipe is for a Grilled Chili Corn Salad, made with grilled corn kernels, black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, and a chili-lime vinaigrette. Both recipes are easy to make and absolutely delicious. So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy the best grilled corn of your life!
GRILLED CORN SALAD WITH LIME, RED CHILI AND COTIJA
Steps:
- Heat grill to high. Grill corn until charred on all sides, 10 or so minutes. Take off the grill and remove the kernels with a sharp knife. While you are cutting the corn, put a cast iron skillet on the grill to heat.
- Add the corn and the remaining ingredients to the hot pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until creamy and heated through. Serve with the steak.
GRILLED CORN WITH CHILI LIME BUTTER
Chili lime butter adds a delicious finishing touch to grilled corn on the cob. Perfect to accompany any barbecue gathering, large or small. The butter can be flavored one day ahead and then brought to room temperature before serving.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Corn
Time 30m
Yield 6 ears of corn
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the butter in a small bowl, add the chili powder, lime peel, lime juice, jalapeño and salt and mix well.
- Shape the butter into any form you like, cover and place in the refrigerator until shortly before ready to serve, at which time allow butter to soften.
- Heat grill to medium-high.
- Place corn (in husk) on the grill, rotating the corn so you cook on all sides, for approximately 15 minutes total.
- Remove from grill and cool slightly (so you are able to peel the husk) and peel. Place corn back on grill over the same flame for about 4 minutes, once again rotating the corn for even grill marks.
- Serve the corn immediately with the chili lime butter.
- Cooking option: Place the corn (in the husk) on a plate and microwave for 5 minutes (21/2 minutes per side); when ready to grill, remove the husks and grill over a medium-high flame for about 2 minutes per side.
CHILI-LIME GRILLED CORN-ON-THE-COB
The perfect grilled corn for a summer barbeque! Always a huge success because it is the perfect mix of spicy and tangy. It is also a great option for the grill because there is no need to smother the corn in butter to make it taste good. Goes great with barbequed steaks or chicken.
Provided by cmburden09
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Corn
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Soak husked ears of corn in a bowl of water for 5 to 10 minutes. Mix lime juice, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- Remove corn from water and grill, turning often, until corn is golden brown on all sides, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Brush ears with seasoned lime juice as you turn the corn.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 53.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
CHILI LIME GRILLED CORN ON THE COB
A southwest twist on corn on the cob. A truly flavorful experience! From Chatelaine August 2011. The taste of summer!
Provided by Isabeau
Categories Corn
Time 20m
Yield 12 12 ears corn, 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat BBQ to medium-high. Husk corn. Soak in water at least 5 minutes before grilling.
- Stir lime juice with chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. (We would suggest adding tequilla) Set aside.
- Place cobs on grill, using tongs to turn every 2 minutes until charred, about 10 min total. After each turn, brush the length of the cob with juice mixture. Transer to a platter. Serve when cool enough to handle.
GRILLED CHICKEN CHILI VERDE AND CORN ON THE COB WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat broiler and grill pan to high.
- Place peppers under broiler and char on all sides, 15 minutes. Place the peppers in a paper sack or in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rest for about 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Peel, seed and chop peppers into large dice.
- While peppers cook, coat the chicken with a healthy drizzle of oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken 3 minutes on each side. Chop into a bite size dice and reserve.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the jalapeno, onions and garlic and cook a few minutes while you process the tomatillos into a chunky salsa consistency in food processor. Add the tomatillos to onions and cook 5 to 6 minutes.
- While the tomatillos cook, in a small pot heat cream with chipotle and the zest of 1 lime over low heat. Reduce 10 minutes.
- Drizzle corn with oil and grill until charred all over, 6 to 7 minutes.
- Add chicken stock to chili. Stir in the chicken and season with cumin. Simmer 5 to 6 minutes and stir in peppers, 2 to 3 tablespoons of chopped cilantro and the mint. Turn heat off.
- Add the juice of 2 limes to the chili and stir.
- Serve each bowl of chili with a handful of lightly crushed chips on top and a sprinkle of cheese.
- Pour a ladle of chipotle cream over the corn and garnish with a little cilantro, chives and a sprinkle of cheese.
GRILLED CORN WITH CHILI POWDER AND LIME
Grilled corn always elicits oohs and aahs, even though it only takes minutes to make. Imagine, then, how doubly impressed your friends will be when you toss the corn with a spicy seasoning.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Entertaining Seasonal Summer Entertaining BBQ & Grilling Recipes
Yield Makes 16 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Grill corn over high heat, turning until lightly blackened in places and kernels are just tender when pressed, about 12 minutes.
- Cut each ear into 4 pieces. Transfer to a sturdy, medium-size paper bag and squeeze lime over corn. Sprinkle with chili powder and coarse salt. Close bag and shake to coat. Serve immediately from the bag or in a bowl.
CHILI'S FIRE-GRILLED CORN GUACAMOLE
I worked at Chili's for 2 1/2 years and just this year they came out with the most delicious guacamole I'd ever tried. This is the authentic recipe for it.
Provided by misaistheboofy
Categories Avocado
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Husk and wash corn, then deep fry for 1 minute.
- Wash jalapeno(s) and deep fry for 1 minute.
- Place corn on the cob and jalapeno(s) on gas grill and cook until slightly blackened on each side.
- Remove corn kernels from cob and measure out 1 cup of kernels.
- Finely chop jalapeno(s) after removing stem.
- In a large bowl, mash the avocados.
- Mix in pico de gallo, fire-grilled corn kernels, jalapenos, lime juice, cilantro, and salt.
- Serve with tortilla chips and salsa.
- Enjoy!
GRILLED CHILI LIME CORN
Make and share this Grilled Chili Lime Corn recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ngdarlen
Categories Corn
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare chili-lime spread by mixing all the ingredients together.
- Heat coals or gas grill.
- Remove large outer husks from each ear of corn;turn back inner husks and remove silk.
- Spread each ear of corn with about 2 teaspoons of chili-lime spread;reserve remaining spread.
- Pull husks up over ears and secure ends with fine wire(I don't secure mine)
- Grill corn uncovered 3 inches from MEDIUM heat 20-30 minutes,turning frequently,until tender.
- Serve corn with remaining spread.
- ***TIP***I grill my corn on my gas grill,on the top rack, covered,and it came out the same as directed.
GRILLED CHILI CORN
Steps:
- Prepare medium-high heat grill. Combine first 4 ingredients and whisk to blend. Season generously with salt. Place corn in lg baking dish. Rub all of oil mixture over corn, covering completely. Grill corn until tender, basting frequently with melted butter and any oil mixture from bottom of baking dish and turning frequently, about 10 minutes. Bon Appetit, August 1995 Serves 8
Tips:
- Choose the freshest corn on the cob available. Look for ears with bright green husks and tightly packed kernels.
- Soak the corn in cold water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will help to prevent the kernels from drying out.
- Brush the corn with melted butter or olive oil before grilling. This will help to keep the kernels moist and flavorful.
- Grill the corn over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes, or until the kernels are tender and slightly charred. Turn the corn every few minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Season the corn with salt, pepper, and chili powder to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or cumin.
- Serve the corn hot, topped with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include butter, sour cream, cheese, and salsa.
Conclusion:
Grilled chili corn is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its smoky flavor and tender kernels, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty side dish, give grilled chili corn a try. You won't be disappointed!
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