BBQ Corn Foil Herb Butter (Printable Version)

Sweet corn grilled in foil with fragrant herb butter offers a tasty and simple summer side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Corn

01 - 4 ears fresh corn, husked

→ Herb Butter

02 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 0.5 teaspoon dried
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnishes

09 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
10 - Lime wedges, to serve

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F (200°C).
02 - In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, parsley, chives, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
03 - Place each ear of corn on a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Spread 1.5 tablespoons of the herb butter evenly over each ear.
04 - Wrap the corn tightly in the foil, sealing the ends well to prevent leaks.
05 - Place the foil-wrapped corn on the grill. Cover and cook for 18 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and lightly charred in spots.
06 - Carefully remove from the grill and let rest for one minute. Unwrap and, if desired, sprinkle with Parmesan and squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The foil traps steam and keeps the corn impossibly juicy while the butter melts into every kernel.
  • Herb butter tastes like you spent hours at a farmers market, but it takes five minutes to mix together.
  • It's foolproof enough that even if your grill temperature isn't perfect, the corn still turns out golden and tender.
02 -
  • Don't skip the foil-sealing step thinking it won't matter; loose wrapping means butter escapes and you lose that steamy, buttery environment that keeps the corn tender.
  • Fresh herbs make a visible and flavor difference here—dried herbs can work in a pinch, but they won't give you those beautiful green flecks or the brightness that makes people pause mid-bite.
03 -
  • Make your herb butter ahead of time and store it in the fridge or even freeze it in ice cube trays so you have portions ready for future grilling sessions.
  • If you're nervous about the foil tearing on hot grates, use two layers of foil for extra insurance—it's worth the slight waste for the peace of mind.
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