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Printed July 29, 2026
Printed July 29, 2026
5-Ingredient Magic
Harissa-Butter Corn on the Cob
Turn summer corn into a flavor bomb with just four ingredients plus butter. This North African-inspired side dish will ruin plain corn for you forever.
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Preparation
Street corn gets a spicy makeover in this recipe that balances heat, richness, and brightness in every bite. The harissa-spiked butter melts into the hot corn kernels, creating pockets of fiery goodness that make this anything but ordinary.
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- While the corn cooks, mix the softened butter with harissa paste in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Drain the corn and immediately brush each ear generously with the harissa butter while still hot.
- Arrange on a serving platter, squeeze lime wedges over the top, and scatter with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
Note: The heat level will vary depending on your harissa brand. Start with less if you're heat-sensitive, or double down if you like it fiery.
