Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chipotle-Lime Butter

grilled corn on the cob with chipotle-lime butter is the perfect side dish for grilled steak. The smoky flavor of the grilled corn is complemented by the tangy and spicy chipotle-lime butter. This dish is easy to make and can be prepared in advance.

 

Ingredients

 

4 ears of corn, shucked

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotles in adobo

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon honey

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

 

Preheat the grill to medium heat.

In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, adobo sauce, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.

Brush the corn with the chipotle-lime butter.

Grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and tender.

Serve immediately.

Tips

 

If you don't have any adobo sauce, you can substitute it with chili powder.

You can also add other ingredients to the chipotle-lime butter, such as garlic, cilantro, or cumin.

This dish can be prepared in advance. Simply grill the corn and then store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.