Description
This Thai Grilled Corn transforms simple corn cobs into vibrant, savory-sweet treats—brush them with coconut-citrus glaze, char on the BBQ, and top with tropical garnishes for an irresistible summer snack.
Ingredients
4 corn cobs
½ can coconut cream (thick solids from coconut milk)
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1 lime (zested and juiced)
¼ cup shredded coconut
¼ cup chopped peanuts or cashews
1 Thai chili, sliced
1 lime, cut into wedges
¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine coconut cream, salt, brown sugar, lime zest, and lime juice over medium heat. Stir until sugar and salt dissolve into a smooth glaze.
- Preheat BBQ to high heat. Brush coconut glaze evenly over corn cobs using a pastry brush or paper towel.
- Grill corn for 5–6 minutes, turning occasionally to get charred spots all around.
- Transfer to a platter; top with lime juice, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, sliced chili, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges while warm and charred.
Notes
- Add crumbled queso fresco or Parmesan for a cheesy twist.
- For smoky depth, add smoked paprika or chipotle powder to glaze.
- Swap nuts for macadamia or toasted coconut flakes for sweet crunch.
- Use fresh mint or Thai basil instead of cilantro for an herbal variation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–6 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cob
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
