Get ready to elevate your grilling game with a mouthwatering Middle Eastern twist that will have your taste buds dancing! This isn't just another corn recipe - this is a culinary journey that transforms a simple ear of corn into a smoky, spice-laden masterpiece that will make your guests wonder how you became such a grilling genius. With just a few ingredients and some clever technique, you'll create a side dish so delicious, it might just steal the show from your main course.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by removing all husks and silk, ensuring the corn ears are clean and dry.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, cumin, paprika, and salt to create a flavorful marinade for the corn.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400-450°F), ensuring the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
- Brush each corn ear generously with the prepared spice-infused olive oil mixture, coating all sides evenly.
- Place the corn directly on the hot grill grates and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating periodically to ensure even charring and caramelization.
- Look for beautiful golden-brown grill marks and slight charring around the kernels, which indicates perfect grilling.
- Remove the grilled corn from heat and transfer to a serving platter.
- Sprinkle additional salt if needed and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro leaves.
- Serve immediately while hot, allowing guests to enjoy the smoky, spiced Middle Eastern flavors.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Corn: Select ears that have bright, plump kernels and tight, green husks for the best flavor and texture.
- Oil Your Grill Grates: A light coating of oil prevents sticking and helps create those beautiful char marks.
- Watch Your Heat: Medium-high heat is crucial - too hot, and you'll burn the corn; too low, and you'll miss out on that perfect caramelization.
- Rotate Consistently: Turn the corn every 3-4 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Don't Overcook: Look for golden-brown grill marks and slightly charred kernels as your doneness indicator.
- Serve Immediately: Grilled corn is best enjoyed hot, right off the grill when the spices are most fragrant and the kernels are at peak juiciness.
- Customize Your Spices: Feel free to experiment with different spice blends to make this recipe your own signature dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
