Corn Cooked in Husks on the Grill With Chile-Lime Butter Recipe

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Corn Cooked in Husks on the Grill With Chile-Lime Butter
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Directions:

  1. Pull the husks back from the corn and remove the silks.
  2. Pull the husks back into place around the corn.
  3. Soak the ears in warm water for at least 30 minutes.
  4. For the Chilie-Lime Butter:.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the butter, chilie powder, lime juice, salt and pepper.
  6. Preheat the grill.
  7. Remove the corn from the water and pat dry.
  8. Gently peel the husks back from the corn and brush the corn with the butter.
  9. Pull the husks back around the corn and tie with a piece of husk or kitchen string to keep the husks around the corn.
  10. When the grill is hot, place the cobs on the rack and cook until the kernels are tender and lightly browned, about 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
  11. The outer husks will burn, but the inner layers will protect the corn.
  12. Remove the husks and serve immediately.
  13. Pass additional chilie-lime butter.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 148.24 Kcal (621 kJ)
Calories from fat 78.25 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.69g 13%
Cholesterol 20.35mg 7%
Sodium 29.34mg 1%
Potassium 264.82mg 6%
Total Carbs 17.69g 6%
Sugars 2.8g 11%
Dietary Fiber 3.02g 12%
Protein 2.91g 6%
Vitamin C 6.8mg 11%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 1.1mg 6%
Calcium 7.3mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 145.23 Kcal (608 kJ)
Calories from fat 76.65 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.52g 13%
Cholesterol 19.94mg 7%
Sodium 28.74mg 1%
Potassium 259.44mg 6%
Total Carbs 17.33g 6%
Sugars 2.74g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2.95g 12%
Protein 2.85g 6%
Vitamin C 6.7mg 11%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%
Calcium 7.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.1
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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