Maíz a la barbacoa con mantequilla de hierbas y ajo

Ingredientes

• 4 cobs of corn ((without husk; cleaned))
• 250 g unsalted butter, at room temperature ((use good-quality butter))
• 1 big clove of garlic, chopped finely/grated
• 1 handful chopped fresh herbs ((cilantro and parsley, or add mint and basil))
• zest of 1 lime
• juice of 1/2 lime
• chili flakes, to taste
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp coarse sea salt ((plus extra for grilling))
• pepper, to taste

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Pre-boil cob of corn ---

2. 2

   Pre-boil the cleaned cobs of corn in a pot with plenty of water. Cook until the kernels are tender. Using sweet and fresh corn this might take between 5-15 minutes. With Colombian corn this can 45-60 minutes. Drain and set aside

3. 3

   --- Prepare Garlic-Herb Butter ---

4. 4

   Mix all the ingredients together, taste and adjust seasoning. The garlic flavor will develop over time Use tin foil to place the butter in the shape of a sausage and roll up firmly. Twist the ends to close. Place back in the fridge to set (you can omit this step and just place it in a covered bowl in the fridge if you are not looking to serve the butter in slices)

5. 5

   --- Grill corn on the cob ---

6. 6

   Add some butter to the warm cobs of corn and add coarse sea salt. Grill on the BBQ over a hot temperature, turning the cobs regularly to prevent them from burning. They are ready when they obtained a slightly charred overall lookServe with slices of extra butter and salt, while hot.