Best Grilled Corn On The Cob (2024)

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Soak corn briefly before grilling for the best corn on the cob you've ever eaten!

Submitted byHolly

Updated on April 3, 2024

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Ingredients

1 gallon cold water
½ cup white sugar, or to taste
½ cup salt, or to taste
8 ears corn on the cob, husks and silk removed
½ cup softened butter, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Pour cold water into a large pot. Stir in sugar and 1/2 cup salt until dissolved. Place corn into the pot and allow to soak for at least 30 minutes but no longer than 8 hours.
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Cook corn on the preheated grill, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly charred on all sides. Brush corn with butter; season with salt and pepper.

Recipe Tip

Do not soak corn longer than 8 hours, as it will become soft and very salty.

Editor's Note

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the brine ingredients. The actual amount of the brine consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

228	Calories
13g	Fat
30g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories228
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g	16%
Saturated Fat8g	38%
Cholesterol31mg	10%
Sodium109mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate30g	11%
Dietary Fiber2g	9%
Total Sugars15g
Protein3g	6%
Vitamin C6mg	7%
Calcium20mg	2%
Iron1mg	3%
Potassium251mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.