Korean Grilled Corn

Korean Grilled Corn is a savory and slightly sweet snack that combines the natural sweetness of corn with a rich blend of Korean flavors. Perfect for grilling, this dish is not only delicious but also gluten-free and easy to prepare.

Korean Grilled Corn
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
200 kcal

Ingredients

  • Fresh corn on the cob - 2 ears
  • Korean gochujang (red chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
  • Honey - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
  • Green onion (chopped) - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
  • Lime wedges - 2 for serving

Steps

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. While the grill heats up, in a small bowl, combine gochujang, gluten-free soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
  3. Husk the corn and brush the marinade generously over each ear, ensuring it's well coated.
  4. Place the corn on the preheated grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the corn is tender and charred in spots.
  5. Once cooked, remove the corn from the grill and sprinkle with chopped green onion and sesame seeds.
  6. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side to squeeze over the corn.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in dietary fiber, aiding digestion.
  • Contains antioxidants that support overall health.

Tags

KoreanGluten-FreeSnack