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
- To start, fire up your Arteflame grill by soaking three paper napkins with vegetable oil.
- Place the soaked napkins in the center of the grill.
- Stack firewood over the napkins and light them to get an even, strong flame.
- Wait about 20 minutes until the grill reaches an optimal grilling temperature.
Step 2: Prep the corn
- Remove husks and silk from the corn cobs.
- Brush each cob generously with melted butter.
Step 3: Grill the corn
- Place the corn directly on the flat top cooktop near the center for a higher heat sear.
- Rotate the corn every 2-3 minutes until evenly charred, around 10-12 minutes total.
Step 4: Season and serve
- Remove the corn from the grill.
- Brush with additional melted butter and sprinkle with sea salt.
- 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
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Herb Butter Corn: Mix in finely chopped parsley, thyme, or rosemary with melted butter before brushing.
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Spicy Albanian Corn: Add a sprinkle of chili flakes or cayenne pepper for a heat kick.
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Cheesy Corn: After grilling, sprinkle with grated Parmesan or feta for added richness.
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Smoky Paprika Corn: Dust the corn with smoked paprika before grilling for deep flavor.
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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