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Crispy Bacon Wrapped Grilled Corn with Spicy Sriracha Butter

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A quick and easy summer BBQ side featuring fresh corn wrapped in crispy bacon and brushed with a spicy, buttery sriracha sauce for a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned
  • 8 slices thick-cut bacon
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup softened unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk together until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Take each ear of husked corn and tightly wrap two bacon slices around it, overlapping slightly to hold the bacon in place. Secure with toothpicks if needed (remove before eating).
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (204°C). Clean and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Place the bacon-wrapped corn on the grill. Cook for 15-20 minutes, turning every 4-5 minutes to crisp all sides evenly until bacon is golden and crispy and corn is tender with char marks.
  5. Remove the corn from the grill and immediately brush the spicy sriracha butter all over, letting it melt into the crevices.
  6. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro or parsley over the top for garnish. Serve hot.

Notes

Softening the butter at room temperature makes blending easier. Wrap bacon tightly to prevent slipping; toothpicks can help but remove before serving. Maintain medium-high grill heat to avoid burning bacon. If bacon crisps too fast, lower heat and cook longer. For extra tenderness, wrap corn in foil and steam a few minutes if needed. Sriracha butter can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

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