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Spicy Hoisin and Sesame Glazed Corn on the Cob

August 1, 2018 By betsy 9 Comments

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This sweet and spicy sesame glazed corn on the cob is the only way you’ll cook corn from here on out! A summer side dish masterpiece. 

grilled sesame glazed corn on the cob on a baking sheet with green herb garnish

I’ve been looking for some ideas on how to liven up grilled corn on the cob. Corn is one of my personal favorites, and a wonderful symbol of summer, but The Hubs doesn’t see it the same.

He always says “I don’t dislike it, I would just never choose it.”

The usual cure for this kind of behavior is slathering something in Sriracha, however, I wanted to do something I would like too.

cutting board with cut, juiced limes, hoisin sauce, uncooked corn on the cob, honey, measuring cup and spoons, knife

Spicy Hoisin and Sesame Glazed Corn

I initially found this great sounding sesame glazed corn on the cob recipe in Sunset Magazine. We gave it a try and everyone loved it! The Hubs ate 3 pieces, but then complained about having corn in his teeth for like 2 hours so I guess it wasn’t a total success.

grilled corn on the cob being brushed with sauce

Over the years we’ve made this recipe dozens of times. Substitutions have been made.

BBQ sauce for hoisin. 

Apple cider vinegar for white wine vinegar. 

Pretty much any pepper you can imagine. 

Chives and even red onions in place of the scallions. 

Sesame seeds being sprinkled on grilled corn on the cob

Just keep in mind that you want something sweet, something spicy, some sort of vinegar, and some sort of citrus. Top it with something onion-y, and something crunchy, and you’ll likely be fine.

Is that even a recipe?

The real grilled corn on the cob recipe is below, but I want everyone to know that it’s pretty easy to freestyle in the kitchen. Don’t freak out if you don’t have every single ingredient on hand. I can’t even tell you how many times I’m mid-cook and realize I don’t have something I thought I did.

sesame glazed corn on the cob garnished with green herbs on a baking sheet. Beer being poured into glasses in the background

With that being said though, also don’t be intimidated by new ingredients like hoisin. If you’re a fan of grilling and barbecue flavors, you will most definitely like hoisin.

Perhaps hoisin will become your gateway drug to other new grocery ingredients. The future of your tastebuds is very bright!

Table with tray of sesame glazed corn on the cob with two dark plates with corn servings and two beers

If you give this spicy hoisin and sesame glazed corn on the cob recipe a try, let me know! Tag @betsylife on either Instagram or Facebook. I love seeing what you guys make.

I’m also always looking for more corn inspiration so if you have an awesome corn on the cob recipe, drop me a note in the comments below. I’d love to give your family favorites a try too.

Plate of sesame glazed corn on the cob with two servings next to a beer

****This post was updated with new photos on 8.1.2018

Grilled corn on the cob garnished with lime wedges, sesame seeds and green herbs on a baking sheet with glasses of beer
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Spicy Hoisin and Sesame Glazed Corn on the Cob

This sweet and spicy sesame glazed corn on the cob is the only way you'll cook corn from here on out! A summer side dish masterpiece. 

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword corn on the cob, grilled corn
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 128 kcal
Author betsy

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup  hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup  honey
  • 2 tablespoons  reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons  lime juice
  • 8  ears corn husked and cut in half crosswise
  • 2 teaspoons  sesame seeds lightly toasted
  • 1/2 to 1 serrano chile minced
  • 2  green onions sliced thinly

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to high heat

  2. Whisk together hoisin, honey, soy sauce, and lime juice

  3. Grill corn, turning often and basting with glaze, until glaze is caramelized and grill marks start to appear, about 10 minutes.

  4. Transfer corn to a platter and garnish with sesame seeds, chile, and green onions.

Nutrition Facts
Spicy Hoisin and Sesame Glazed Corn on the Cob
Amount Per Serving (1 ear)
Calories 128 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 0.375g2%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Protein 3.6g7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 


 

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Comments

  1. Aaron says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:28 am

    Jimmy eats like a king. If he’s complaining, I’ll gladly take his place at the dinner table.

    Reply
  2. Justine@cookingandbeer says

    March 18, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    I am getting so excited for “corn” season and you have such a great recipe here! Has my mouth watering! Definitely going into my internal recipe box for this summer!

    Reply
  3. Brenda@WhatTheFork says

    March 23, 2013 at 11:28 am

    This Looks so good. I’m going to have to try it. Thanks for sharing this recipe.

    Reply
  4. Lauren @ Rustic Honey says

    April 12, 2013 at 11:51 am

    I will be trying this very soon! Looks so delicious and perfect for summertime grilling! Thank you for sharing. Pinning now 😉

    Reply
  5. Always Wright says

    May 25, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    I will be trying this soon!!! It looks like a wonderful dish! Thanks for the recipe. Tell Hubs to go get some dental floss!

    Reply
  6. Brooke says

    June 4, 2014 at 4:30 pm

    This recipe was incredible! Thank you for posting. We made it last night and it was a hit!

    Reply
  7. Caroline @ Pickled Plum says

    July 15, 2014 at 9:11 pm

    This is such a unique and fun way to eat corn, I love anything with lime and soy on it! Simple yet genius!

    Reply
    • betsy says

      July 15, 2014 at 10:49 pm

      One of my all time faves as well!

      Reply
  8. cheri says

    August 4, 2015 at 11:21 am

    We are just starting to get corn here in the pacific northwest. My husband loves hoisin, will surprise him with this recipe, looks delicious.

    Reply

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