Name: Grilled Asian Corn
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 0.25 cup Soy sauce; 0.25 cup Rice vinegar; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 tbsp Brown sugar; 1 tbsp Miso; 1 pinch Cayenne pepper; 12 ears Corn

Grilled Asian Corn takes summertime flavors to a whole new level. The natural sweetness of the corn goes perfectly with the savory Asian flavors; Not to mention, it takes less than 20 minutes to make. I love to make it at family barbecues. The combination of sweet corn with savory, umami-rich, and often slightly spicy Asian-inspired sauces creates a uniquely delicious and addictive flavor profile.

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12 m

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Ingredients

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Instructions

While the grill is preheating, add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, brown sugar, miso and cayenne to a bowl. Whisk until the mixture is fully combined.

Place corn on the grill and grill for about 4 minutes, turning often.

Brush the sauce onto the grilled corn and continue to grill for 2-3 minutes, until the corn is tender and cooked through.

Remove the corn from the grill and baste with sauce.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prep the Miso Paste Properly 🍯
Dissolve miso paste in warm rice vinegar before mixing with other ingredients to ensure a smooth, lump-free glaze that coats the corn evenly.
Soak Corn Before Grilling 🌽
Soak unhusked corn in water for 30 minutes before grilling to steam the kernels from within and prevent charring while keeping them tender and juicy.
Brown Sugar Caramelization 🔥
Apply the glaze during the last 3-4 minutes of grilling and rotate frequently to allow the brown sugar to caramelize without burning, creating a sweet, sticky crust.
Balance Spice with Freshness 🌶️
Toast the cayenne pepper and garlic in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to your glaze to deepen their flavors and reduce raw harshness while maintaining complexity.
Brush Technique Matters 🎨
Use a silicone brush to apply the Asian glaze generously after the corn develops light char marks, which helps the flavors adhere better and creates more depth of flavor.