Korean BBQ Corn

Korean BBQ Corn is a delectable and smoky side dish that combines sweet grilled corn with a savory Korean-inspired glaze. This dairy-free recipe brings a burst of flavor and a hint of spice, perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

• Fresh corn on the cob - 2 ears
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Green onions, sliced - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Lime wedges - 2 for serving

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, gochujang, maple syrup, sesame oil, and minced garlic to create the glaze.
3. Husk the corn and remove all silk. Brush the glaze generously over each ear of corn.
4. Place the corn on the grill and cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender and has grill marks.
5. Remove the corn from the grill and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
6. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the corn.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber which aids digestion.
• Contains antioxidants from corn and gochujang that may help reduce inflammation.

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