Here’s a bold, smoky Cajun Corn on the Cob—perfect for grilling, boiling, or oven-roasting 🌽🔥
Cajun Corn on the Cob
Ingredients
- 4–6 ears fresh corn, husked
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
- 1–1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)
- Salt (only if your Cajun seasoning is salt-free)
- 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice
- Chopped parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Grill Method (Best Flavor)
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Grill corn directly on grates, turning every 2–3 minutes, until lightly charred (10–12 minutes).
- Mix butter, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and citrus juice.
- Brush generously over hot corn.
- Garnish and serve immediately.
Boiled Method (Quick & Easy)
- Boil corn in salted water for 4–5 minutes.
- Drain and brush with Cajun butter mixture.
Oven-Roasted Method
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wrap corn in foil with Cajun butter.
- Roast 20–25 minutes, turning once.
Cajun Butter (Optional Upgrade)
- Add 1 tbsp honey (sweet heat)
- Or 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- Or a splash of hot sauce
Tips
- Extra smoky: Finish with a quick broil or grill after buttering.
- Creamy street-style: Brush with mayo instead of butter, then sprinkle Cajun seasoning and Cotija.
- Mess-free: Cut cobs in halves before seasoning.
Want a foil-pack camping version, air fryer method, or Louisiana-style spicy upgrade?
