Corn on Cob Cajun Spice (Printable)
Juicy grilled corn coated in zesty Cajun spices for a bold, flavorful side dish.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
→ Spices and Seasonings
02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 ½ tsp Cajun seasoning
05 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
06 - ¼ tsp garlic powder
07 - ¼ tsp onion powder
08 - ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
09 - ⅛ tsp black pepper
→ Garnish (optional)
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
02 - In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to form a spice paste.
03 - Brush each ear of corn evenly with the Cajun spice mixture, ensuring all sides are coated.
04 - Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Grill for 12–15 minutes, turning every few minutes, until the corn is tender and lightly charred on all sides.
05 - Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The spice blend hits that perfect sweet heat balance that makes people reach for seconds
- It transforms basic corn into something that feels like a restaurant quality side dish
- The char from the grill combined with the smoky spices creates layers of flavor
02 -
- Dont skip the oil in the butter mixture or the spices might burn and taste bitter instead of delicious
- The corn is done when the kernels feel tender when pierced with a fork and you see nice golden brown char spots
03 -
- Peel back the husks but leave them attached at the base, then use them as a handle while eating
- If your corn seems dry, try soaking it in cold water for 10 minutes before grilling