Cajun Spiced Roasted Corn (Printable)
Roasted corn coated with zesty Cajun butter for a flavorful and vibrant side dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Corn
01 - 4 ears fresh corn, husked and silks removed
→ Cajun Spice Butter
02 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
04 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
05 - ¼ tsp garlic powder
06 - ¼ tsp onion powder
07 - ¼ tsp salt
08 - ⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped plus extra for garnish
10 - 1 tbsp lime juice
→ Optional Garnishes
11 - Lime wedges
12 - Extra chopped parsley
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F or prepare grill for medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, mix softened butter with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, chopped parsley, and lime juice until well combined.
03 - Place corn cobs on a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush each ear generously with the Cajun spiced butter, ensuring all sides are coated.
04 - Roast in preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through, until corn is tender and slightly charred. Alternatively, grill directly on grates, turning every few minutes for even charring.
05 - Remove from oven or grill. Brush with remaining Cajun butter and sprinkle with extra parsley. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The smoky spice blend transforms ordinary sweet corn into something absolutely addictive
- It comes together in under 10 minutes of prep but tastes like you spent hours perfecting it
02 -
- Do not skip turning the corn halfway through or you will end up with uneven cooking and sad, pale patches
- The butter will burn if your oven runs hot, so keep an eye on it during the last 5 minutes
03 -
- Make a double batch of the spice butter and freeze half for next time
- If your corn seems too thick, cut the ears in half crosswise before roasting for easier handling