Dig into this South African-inspired spiced corn recipe for a fiery side dish that is sure to spice up every meal. Yellow corn is a great source of lutein and zeaxanthin, which are carotenoids that are essential for good eye health and the prevention of degenerative eye conditions like macular degeneration.
Spiced corn is also an excellent source of soluble and insoluble fibre to support healthy bowel movements and gut health. Soluble fibres act as prebiotics as they are fermented by intestinal bacteria to produce short-chain fatty acids that help support the growth of beneficial bacteria and the integrity of the gut lining.
Servings
4
Prep time
Cook time
Recipe
GF, VG
Ingredients
- Spicy Seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika - ¼ cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 tsp dried garlic
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- 4 ears corn
- Olive oil
- Lime wedges
Method
- Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Pull the outer husk of the corn down and tie it together with a strip of the husk. Wash your corn and remove any silk fibres.
- Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium heat. Grill your corn for 15–20 mins, turning often, until cooked through.
- Brush the corn while hot with olive oil and sprinkle with braai seasoning.
- Serve with lime wedges.
- Tip: This spiced corn is delicious as a side dish served with barbecue meat, chicken or fish.
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