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Flavorful Jalapeño Honey Butter Corn Ribs Recipe Easy Grilled Snack

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A quick and easy grilled snack featuring corn ribs glazed with a sweet and spicy jalapeño honey butter. Perfect for backyard hangouts, this recipe balances smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cut into ribs (about 8 segments per ear)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons honey (preferably raw or wildflower)
  • 1 medium fresh jalapeño, finely minced (remove seeds for milder heat)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Optional lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Husk 4 ears of fresh corn and rinse under cold water. Using a sharp chef’s knife, carefully cut each ear into 8 equal ribs lengthwise, yielding about 32 pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter with 2 tablespoons honey. Add 1 finely minced jalapeño, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Clean and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Place corn ribs directly on the grill grates. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, turning carefully with tongs. Brush the jalapeño honey butter glaze generously on each rib every time you turn them.
  5. Check for doneness: corn should be tender with slight bite, golden brown spots, and a sticky glaze. Move ribs to cooler part of grill if they start to blacken too quickly.
  6. Remove corn ribs from grill and let rest for a minute. Optionally, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top.
  7. Arrange corn ribs on a platter, sprinkle extra smoked paprika if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

For milder heat, remove jalapeño seeds. Use maple syrup instead of honey for a different sweetness. Dairy-free option: substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil. If no grill, use grill pan, cast-iron skillet, or broiler but watch closely to avoid burning. Prepping corn ribs ahead: keep cut ribs in water in fridge up to 4 hours, pat dry before grilling.

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Keywords: jalapeño honey butter, corn ribs, grilled corn, spicy sweet glaze, summer snack, easy grilling, backyard barbecue

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