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Best Grilled Corn on the Cob Recipe

African grilled corn on the cob recipe.

How to Grill Corn on the Cob the Right Way

By Chic African Culture

Few things are better than fresh corn on the cob except fresh grilled corn on the cob with curry and melted butter.


African grilled corn on the cob recipe.


African grilled corn on the cob recipe
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African Recipes by The African Gourmet

 Roasted maize is a common grilled African street food snack found all over Africa. It is a common site to find roasted corn grilling on coals on the streets and in the markets of many African countries. 

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Ingredients

4 ears of fresh corn
2 teaspoons ground curry
1 tablespoon butter
¼ teaspoon salt

Directions

Place corn husks directly on medium heat grill and roast for 20 minutes or until corn is soft. Cool for 5 minutes then peel down the husks and use as a handle when eating. 

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