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Lime Butter Corn on the Cob
Buttery corn brushed with zesty lime and a pinch of chili powder—crispy, tangy, and done in under 15 minutes. A dead-simple side that tastes like summer.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 165
- Protein
- 3g
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Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil salted water in a large pot, then add corn and cook for 8 minutes until tender.
Step 2
Drain corn and place on a plate with the butter nearby.
Step 3
Brush each ear generously with butter while still hot.
Step 4
Zest the lime over the corn, then squeeze juice across all ears.
Step 5
Sprinkle chili powder evenly over corn and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- colander
- plate
- microplane or box grater (for zesting)
- kitchen knife
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