Blackstone Corn on the Cob is the perfect side dish for any weeknight meal or BBQ. Enjoy this sweet grilled corn cooked on the Blackstone all summer long.
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We love using our air fryer or grilling out corn on the cob. The flavor that the grill gives the corn is so tasty. The Blackstone really brings out the sweet flavors of corn. It is easily prepared with simple ingredients.
Once the corn is grilled, we love to cut the kernels off to use in many different recipes. The kernels are great in salads, salsa or many sweet corn recipes. This is one vegetable that my kids will eat without complaining because of the sweet flavor. You may also love this Blackstone Mexican Street Corn.
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How to Pick the Best Corn
The best corn to get is from a farmer, a farm stand or at a farmers market. Once a corn is picked, it looses its sweetness the moment it has been picked. Serve as quickly as possible after it has been harvested.
A good corn on the cob should be heavy and have very little give. When picking corn at the grocery store, make sure the ears are bright green and not wilted. We recommend squeezing the corn around the tips to ensure it is full and juicy.
Ingredients
- Fresh Corn on the Cob (shucked and cleaned)
- Olive oil
- Kosher Salt
- Pepper
Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.
Variations Ideas
There are many different ways to flavor corn. This recipe calls for simple ingredients but we have also used these options and the corn comes out so flavorful. You can also soak the corn in melted butter.
- Butter, Season Salt, Garlic Powder and Pepper
- Butter, Salt and Pepper and Old Bay Seasoning
- Italian Seasoning, butter, salt and pepper
- Cayenne Pepper
- Mayonnaise, Chili Powder, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro and Tajin
How to Grill Corn on the Blackstone
- Step 1 – Prepare the Blackstone Griddle – Preheat the Blackstone grill over medium high heat approximately 400 degrees F.
- Step 2 – Clean and Prepare Corn – Husk and clean the ear of corn on the cobs.
- Step 3 – Gather Foil pieces – Prepare 6 pieces of foil. Lay each cob on the foil.
- Step 4 – Seasoning Corn – Drizzle with olive oil over each corn on the cob and season with the salt and pepper.
- Step 5 – Cover Corn with Foil – Roll up the corn in the foil and make sure that it’s completely covered.
- Step 6 – Cork on the Griddle – Place the corn on the flat top and cook for 10-15 minutes to about 20 minutes until cooked through. Flip the Blackstone grilled corn on the cob approximately every 5 minutes. To keep the heat in, you may want to cover with a dome.
- Step 7 – Serve and Enjoy – Remove from the grill, be careful when unwrapping then foil and then it’s ready to enjoy. You can serve the corn with a pair of tongs.
Tools you Need for the Blackstone
Serving Suggestions
When we cook meals on the Blackstone, we love to cook Blackstone Griddle recipes. This is great way to get meal done quickly and it is perfect to feed a crowd.
- Grilled Shrimp on the Blackstone
- Blackstone Salmon Recipe
- Smash Burger on the Blackstone Griddle
- Blackstone Chicken Kabobs Recipe
- Steakhouse Pork Chops
You may want to use your leftovers to make this Blackstone Street Corn Fritters
Frequently Asked Questions
This corn is best served fresh but you can refrigerate any leftover corn on the cob in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
These tips will show you different ways on How to Freeze Corn on the Cob. You can freeze on the cob or remove the kernels and freeze. Freezing corn saves you time and money.
Yes, you can grill frozen corn. Frozen corn is already preboiled when packaging so make sure to not overcook it. Remove frozen corn from freezer and season with salt and pepper and butter.
Then wrap corn in foil for an amazing side dish. It is easy to cook and it saves you from having to remove the corn husk before preparing.
More Side Dish Ideas
- Blackstone Fried Rice
- Blackstone Corn Fritters
- Blackstone Corn on the Cob in Husk
- Grilled Green Beans in Foil
- How to Cook a Bake Potato on the Grill
- French Fries on Blackstone
- Blackstone Smashed Tator Tots Recipe
- Blackstone Smashed Potatoes Recipe
- Blackstone Green Beans Recipe
- How to cook Asparagus on Blackstone
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Blackstone Corn on the Cob
Instructions
- Preheat the Blackstone grill over medium high heat (approximately 400 degrees F).
- Husk and clean the corn on the cobs.
- Prepare 6 pieces of foil. Lay each cob on the foil.
- Drizzle with olive oil over each corn on the cob and season with the salt and pepper.
- Roll up the corn in the foil and make sure that it’s completely covered.
- Place the corn on the griddle and cook for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Flip the corn approximately every 5 minutes.
- Remove from the grill, be careful when unwrapping then foil and then it’s ready to enjoy!
