Description
This Cajun Corn on the Cob recipe brings a flavorful twist to classic boiled corn by adding a zesty Cajun-spiced butter and fresh green onions. Perfect as a spicy side dish for summer barbecues or a quick weeknight treat, it combines simple ingredients to elevate sweet corn with bold, savory notes.
Ingredients
Corn
- 6 ears fresh sweet corn
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
Cajun Butter
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1-2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
- 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Prep: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt to the boiling water. Remove husks and stringy bits from the ears of corn. Thinly slice the green onion to prepare for the butter mixture.
- Boil: Carefully place the cleaned ears of corn into the boiling water and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until tender. Then drain the corn well.
- Mix: While the corn is boiling, combine the softened unsalted butter with Cajun seasoning and sliced green onion in a small bowl, mixing well to create a flavorful butter spread.
- Finish: Immediately after draining, spread the Cajun butter evenly over each ear of hot corn. Serve the corn on the cob hot to enjoy the full meld of spicy and fresh flavors.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to your preferred spice level.
- For a smoky flavor, consider using smoked paprika as part of Cajun seasoning.
- Fresh green onions add a nice mild crunch and flavor; you can substitute with chives if preferred.
- Use fresh corn for best sweetness and texture; frozen corn cobs will not work well for this particular recipe.
- Serve with extra Cajun butter on the side for dipping if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
