Description
This Garlic Herb Corn on the Cob recipe combines fresh corn with a flavorful garlic herb butter, making a simple yet delicious side dish perfect for any meal. The corn is boiled to tender perfection and then slathered with a zesty mixture of garlic, herbs, lemon juice, and butter for a fresh, savory taste that enhances the natural sweetness of the corn.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil to prepare for cooking the corn, ensuring it cooks evenly.
- Prepare Garlic Herb Butter: While waiting for the water to boil, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated to form a smooth herb butter.
- Cook Corn: Add the ears of corn to the boiling water carefully. Cook the corn for 5 to 7 minutes until tender but still crisp, allowing the corn kernels to remain juicy and flavorful.
- Drain and Cool: Remove the cooked corn from the boiling water and let it cool slightly so it is warm but manageable to handle when applying the butter.
- Apply Garlic Herb Butter: Generously spread the prepared garlic herb butter over each ear of corn while still warm to allow the flavors to meld beautifully into the kernels.
- Serve: Serve the garlic herb corn on the cob hot as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite main courses for a delightful meal.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, try grilling the corn after boiling and before buttering.
- You can swap parsley with cilantro or other fresh herbs like basil or chives to vary the herb flavors.
- Adjust the amount of garlic to suit your taste preference.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best brightness and flavor.
- For a richer dish, consider adding a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
