Masala Corn
Masala Corn
Ingredients
- 4 corn on the cob, husks removed
- 2 teaspoons red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 lemon, cut into halves
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
On a large, flat plate, combine the red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Pour the vegetable oil over the spices.
⏱️ 1 min
- 2
Using a finger or the back of a spoon, mix the red chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and oil together on the plate until a smooth, thick paste is formed. Ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Take one ear of corn and place it onto the plate with the spice paste. Using your hand, generously coat the entire corn cob with the prepared spice paste, rotating it to ensure all kernels are evenly covered.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Place the coated corn directly over a medium-high gas flame on a stovetop grate. Continuously rotate the corn over the flame to roast it evenly. Continue roasting until the kernels are cooked through, tender, and have developed charred spots, indicating a street-style roasted finish. Repeat with the remaining corn cobs.
⏱️ 10 min
- 5
Once roasted, transfer the corn to a serving platter or individual plates. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each ear of roasted corn. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the corn before serving.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Masala Corn
- 4 corn on the cob, husks removed
- 2 teaspoons red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 lemon, cut into halves
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
On a large, flat plate, combine the red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Pour the vegetable oil over the spices.
⏱️ 1 min - 2
Using a finger or the back of a spoon, mix the red chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and oil together on the plate until a smooth, thick paste is formed. Ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Take one ear of corn and place it onto the plate with the spice paste. Using your hand, generously coat the entire corn cob with the prepared spice paste, rotating it to ensure all kernels are evenly covered.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Place the coated corn directly over a medium-high gas flame on a stovetop grate. Continuously rotate the corn over the flame to roast it evenly. Continue roasting until the kernels are cooked through, tender, and have developed charred spots, indicating a street-style roasted finish. Repeat with the remaining corn cobs.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Once roasted, transfer the corn to a serving platter or individual plates. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over each ear of roasted corn. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the corn before serving.
⏱️ 1 min