Vera's Grilled Corn on the Cob

[VeraBlue]

For 2 people

2T softened butter
1t salt
1t lime zest
1t chili powder
1/2 t cumin
1/4 t cayenne
2 ears fresh corn, silk removed, husks left on.

Blend the butter with the spices.

Rub mixture over exposed kernels. Press husks onto butter. Grill over med/hot coals, turning frequently. Dripping butter can make the fire flare. Corn is done in about 5-7 minutes, depending on heat and how often you turn.

For service, I pull the husks down; then tie them in a knot or bow at the base of the corn.

 

[GotGarlic]

Sounds wonderful, Vera. Will you post the cantaloupe salsa recipe, too?

 

[mhend]

I have got to try that butter mixture. Sounds lovely!

 

[Fisher's Mom]

Oh yes - that seasoned butter sounds wonderful, and I'll bet it would be grand on a lot of different things, too.

 

[VeraBlue]

FM...you can rub that same butter under the skin of a whole chicken!

For the melon salsa I used 1C diced cantaloupe, 3T diced red onion, 1T diced jalapeno (the sliced in a jar kind), 1T juice from the jalapeno jar, 1T lime juice, 1T chopped cilantro. Pretty much...I don't really measure things. Let it sit an hour or so at room temperature.

 

[mhend]

That sounds perfect for a whole chicken! I roast them all the time, and I will be trying this on the next one. Thanks for the recipe!

 

[FooD]

Damn that corn looks good. I must try this mixture next time I do corn.

 

[PanchoHambre]

Nice! I see Jersey Corn and Beer Can Chicken this weekend

 

[Doc]

Good one Vera!!!!!!! Looks GREAT!!!!!
Good job with the plating and camera work.

 

[GrillinFool]

That sounds awesome. And oh how I loathe the web filter that blocks the picks!! Loathe it!!