Making grilled corn on the cob is so easy, and we can show you just how to do that. Top your tender golden ears of corn with a pat of butter, your favorite seasoning, and some sprinkled parsley at your next cookout!

Why this recipe works

My favorite way to make grilled corn on the cob is with the husks on. Keeping the husks helps steam the corn, making tender-crisp juicy kernels.

We can also show you how to easily make crockpot corn on the cob, which is the method we reach for when it’s chilly outside and don’t feel like bundling up to make dinner. And if you have leftover or extra grilled corn, throw it into this delicious grilled corn and zucchini salad!

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

CORN – Fresh sweet corn should have bright green husks and brown silks jutting out the tops. Pick the freshest corn you can find at the store for the best flavor.

How to Make Grilled Corn on the Cob

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

Let your corn soak with husks on in a stockpot full of water for one hour.
Remove corn from water and drain on paper towels for 5 minutes.
Trim tips of husks off so there’s no loose silks/hairs.
Remove tough outer husks, about 1 to 2 layers depending on the thickness of husks.
Put the corn on the grill at medium heat, close the lid, and grill for 15-20 minutes, turning with tongs every 5 minutes.
When done, peel back husks and remove silks.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

How do you pick out good sweet corn?

For choosing good sweet corn, look for bright green husks with a bit of moisture to the touch. The silks should be brown and not dry or black. Give the corn a squeeze to check for plump kernels, this is what you want! Avoid any corn with dried or yellowed husks.

How do you shuck grilled corn on the cob?

The easiest way to shuck grilled corn on the cob is to cut the bottom of the ear of corn off before peeling back the husks. Your corn should easily slide out the bottom of the husks. You can also simply peel back the husks and silks and use the husks as a handle to hold your corn!

Why do you have to soak corn before grilling?

Soaking corn in the husk before grilling adds moisture, and prevents the husks and silks from catching fire or burning while cooking.

Can I remove the silks before grilling?

While you can remove the silks by peeling back the husks prior to grilling if you’d like, we do not recommend it. Removing the silks when the corn is still raw means you have to peel back the husks. We want the husks to stay snug and in place, encasing those juicy kernels. It’s actually a lot easier to remove the silks AFTER the corn has cooked!

Serving Suggestions

Fresh sweet corn is always on the table of our backyard barbecues. It’s simple to make and pairs great with all sorts of main dishes like grilled pork chops, grilled chicken, or grilled salmon. You can sprinkle your corn with seasonings like paprika, salt pepper, garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, or make some delicious Mexican Corn with Latin spices, mayo, and cotija cheese.

Be sure to have your corn holders ready so you can dive into your grilled corn on the cob! Check out our post on how to clean your gas grill if you haven’t done so already this spring.

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This post was originally published here on May 16, 2021.