Grilled Corn with Perigord Truffle

Name: Grilled Corn with Perigord Truffle
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1-2 corn cobs with husks per person; Butter to serve; Perigord truffle to serve; Sea salt to serve

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Author:

Drogo

Servings

1 - 2

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Take your summer barbecue to the next level with grilled corn with truffle, a simple yet luxurious side dish that transforms a classic BBQ favourite into something truly unforgettable. Sweet, smoky corn paired with rich butter and freshly shaved Perigord truffle creates an irresistible combination that's perfect for outdoor dining. If you thought BBQ corn couldn't get any better than being served hot off the grill with butter and salt, think again. Allow the butter to gently melt over the hot kernels before grating plenty of fresh Perigord truffle over the top. As the truffle warms, it releases its unmistakable earthy aroma, coating every bite with incredible flavour. Breathe in that heavenly scent, then tuck in—you'll struggle to find a better BBQ experience this summer.

Why You'll Love This Truffle Corn

This truffle corn is proof that the finest dishes are often the simplest. The natural sweetness of freshly grilled corn perfectly complements the rich, earthy notes of fresh black truffle, while butter brings everything together into a wonderfully indulgent bite. Whether you're serving steaks, burgers, grilled seafood or roasted vegetables, grilled corn with truffle makes an elegant side dish that elevates any barbecue menu. It's quick to prepare, requires only a handful of premium ingredients and delivers maximum flavour with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Grilled Corn with Butter and Perigord Truffle

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Directions

Method

Step 1, Light your barbecue for direct cooking.
Step 2, Trim the hair tips from the corn husks and remove any loose papery bits. Place the cobs directly over the coals and cook for around 20 minutes, turning every so often.
Step 3, The corn is ready when the husks are completely black and starting to peel away to reveal the corn. Get some char on the kernels too, if you like.
Step 4, Serve with plenty of butter, salt and Perigord truffle.

Recipe Note

What is the best truffle corn recipe?

The best truffle corn recipe keeps things simple. Freshly grilled corn, good-quality butter, flaky sea salt and freshly shaved Perigord truffle allow the premium ingredients to take centre stage.

What is truffled corn?

Truffled corn is grilled or roasted sweetcorn finished with fresh truffle or truffle products, such as truffle butter or shaved black truffle, creating a rich and earthy flavour combination.

Can I make corn with truffle without a barbecue?

Yes, it can be prepared using oven-roasted, grilled pan or boiled corn. Once cooked, simply coat the corn with butter and finish with freshly grated Perigord truffle for the best flavour.

Why is Perigord truffle so special?

Perigord truffle is one of the world's most prized black truffles, celebrated for its intense aroma, earthy flavour and luxurious character. It pairs exceptionally well with butter, potatoes, eggs, pasta and grilled vegetables such as sweetcorn.

What dishes pair well with grilled corn with truffle?

It is an excellent accompaniment to grilled steaks, Wagyu beef, roast chicken, seafood, burgers and other barbecue favourites. It also works beautifully as part of a vegetarian summer feast alongside fresh salads and grilled vegetables.