Albanian Grilled Corn on the Cob with Butter and Salt

Introduction

Grilled corn on the cob is a beloved Albanian classic. It’s simple, flavorful, and perfect as a side dish or snack. With the Arteflame grill, grilling corn becomes effortless, delivering a perfect char and rich buttery taste every time.

Ingredients

• 4 ears of corn, husked
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp sea salt
• Optional: 1/2 tsp smoked paprika for extra flavor

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Arteflame grill

1. To start, fire up your Arteflame grill by soaking three paper napkins with vegetable oil.
2. Place the soaked napkins in the center of the grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins and light them to get an even, strong flame.
4. Wait about 20 minutes until the grill reaches an optimal grilling temperature.

Step 2: Prep the corn

1. Remove husks and silk from the corn cobs.
2. Brush each cob generously with melted butter.

Step 3: Grill the corn

1. Place the corn directly on the flat top cooktop near the center for a higher heat sear.
2. Rotate the corn every 2-3 minutes until evenly charred, around 10-12 minutes total.

Step 4: Season and serve

1. Remove the corn from the grill.
2. Brush with additional melted butter and sprinkle with sea salt.
3. Serve immediately for the best flavor.

Tips

• For a smokier flavor, grill the corn over the center grill grate briefly.
• If using unsalted butter, adjust salt to taste.
• For extra richness, brush with garlic butter instead of plain butter.
• Keep corn rotating to avoid burning.

Variations

1. Herb Butter Corn: Mix in finely chopped parsley, thyme, or rosemary with melted butter before brushing.
2. Spicy Albanian Corn: Add a sprinkle of chili flakes or cayenne pepper for a heat kick.
3. Cheesy Corn: After grilling, sprinkle with grated Parmesan or feta for added richness.
4. Smoky Paprika Corn: Dust the corn with smoked paprika before grilling for deep flavor.
5. Lemon Zest Corn: Grate lemon zest over the buttered corn for a bright citrusy aroma.

Conclusion

Grilled corn on the Arteflame grill delivers a true Albanian favorite with rich buttery flavor and perfect char. Serve this simple dish at your next BBQ for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Best Pairings

• Grilled steak or lamb chops
• Fresh Greek salad
• Grilled flatbread
• Cold yogurt-based dips
• A crisp white wine or refreshing lemonade