Description
Savor summer’s best! Our Buttery Garlic Corn on the Cob features sweet, tender kernels, lusciously coated in rich, aromatic garlic butter. Easy to make! Full recipe and nutrition details included.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 ears of fresh corn on the cob, husked and silk removed
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for boiling water
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the corn and boiling water. Husk the corn and remove all silk. Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the corn. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Step 2: Cook the corn. Carefully place the prepared corn ears into the boiling water. Reduce heat slightly to maintain a gentle boil and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the corn kernels are tender and bright yellow.
- Step 3: Prepare the garlic butter. While the corn is cooking, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute over low heat if using a saucepan, just to slightly soften the garlic without browning.
- Step 4: Drain and coat the corn. Carefully remove the cooked corn from the pot using tongs and place them on a serving platter or individual plates.
- Step 5: Season and serve. Brush each ear of corn generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and fresh chopped parsley (if using). Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- To keep leftover corn fresh, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; consider removing the kernels for easier meal prep later.
- Gently reheat leftover corn by wrapping it in foil and warming in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or a quick microwave burst with a damp paper towel will restore its warmth and tenderness.
- This buttery garlic corn makes a delightful side dish for any summer spread, perfectly complementing grilled meats like steak or chicken, or even a simple fresh garden salad.
- A little chef's secret: when making the garlic butter, only gently soften the minced garlic for about a minute; browning it can turn the flavor bitter, so low heat is key for that perfect sweet-savory balance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 240
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g