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Corn with Chili Lime Butter Recipe

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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant Corn with Chili Lime Butter recipe features fresh sweet corn baked in its husks until tender, then coated with a zesty, spicy butter made from lime zest, fresh lime juice, ancho chili, chipotle pepper, and garlic. Garnished with chopped cilantro, this dish offers a perfect balance of smoky heat and citrus brightness, making it an ideal side for summer barbecues or festive dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Corn

  • 10 ears fresh sweet corn (with husks)

For the Chili Lime Butter

  • 1/2 cup salted butter (softened)
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes
  • 2 teaspoons ancho chili pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle pepper
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)

For Garnish

  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and arrange a baking sheet ready for the corn.
  2. Bake Corn in Husks: Place the ears of corn, still in their husks, directly on the baking sheet and bake on the center rack for 45 minutes, or until the corn kernels are tender when pierced.
  3. Cool Corn Slightly: Remove the corn from the oven and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes to make handling safer.
  4. Prepare Chili Lime Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened salted butter with the lime zest and juice, ancho chili pepper, chipotle pepper, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and smooth.
  5. Apply Butter to Corn: Peel back the husks from each ear carefully without removing them completely, then use a pastry brush to generously coat each ear with the prepared chili lime butter while the corn is still warm, ensuring the flavors meld well.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the corn with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve warm as a flavorful side dish.

Notes

  • Keeping the husks on during baking helps steam the corn, resulting in juicier kernels.
  • You can adjust the chili pepper quantities to match your preferred spice level.
  • The butter mixture can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; warm slightly before brushing on corn.
  • For a smoky flavor, consider lightly charring the corn on a grill instead of baking.
  • Leftover butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week and used as a spread or flavor enhancer.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: corn, chili lime butter, baked corn, summer side dish, spicy buttered corn, ancho chili, chipotle, lime zest, garlic butter

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