Indian Street Style Corn on the Cob Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of Indian street food with this easy-to-make Indian Street Style Corn On The Cob. Featuring a smoky charred corn grilled to perfection, generously coated in melted butter and a tangy, spicy rub of red chili powder, black salt, chaat masala, and fresh lemon juice, this recipe offers a perfect balance of heat, tang, and freshness. Ideal as a quick snack or appetizer, it brings the authentic taste of Indian street vendors right to your home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Spice Rub
- 2 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black salt
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
Main Ingredients
- 3 cobs of corn (shucked)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
Instructions
- Prepare the Spice Rub: In a small bowl, combine red chili powder, salt, black salt, and chaat masala. Mix thoroughly and set aside for later use.
- Prepare the Corn: Shuck the corn to remove the husks and silk. Melt the butter using a microwave or stovetop, then transfer the melted butter into a separate bowl and set aside.
- Grill the Corn: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the corn on the grill with the lid closed, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking and charring. Grill until the corn is cooked through and develops a charred exterior to your liking - this typically takes around 10-12 minutes. Alternatively, you can preheat an air fryer to 400°F, place the corn in the basket, and air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until lightly charred.
- Butter the Corn: Remove the corn from the grill or air fryer. Immediately brush the hot corn thoroughly with the melted butter, ensuring every side is coated well. This step allows the spice rub to stick better to the corn.
- Apply the Spice Rub: Dip a lemon wedge into the prepared spice rub and rub it all over the butter-coated corn. Be careful to balance the lemon juice so it doesn’t overpower the other flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the corn. Serve immediately while warm for the best experience.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of chili powder based on your spice tolerance.
- Grilling with the lid closed helps cook the corn evenly and enhances the smoky flavor.
- Black salt adds a distinctive tangy taste that is key to authentic Indian street corn.
- If you prefer a different method, air frying is a convenient alternative to grilling.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the corn while it’s hot and flavorful.
