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Pandan Honey Butter Corn (Grilled or Roasted)

Sweet, fragrant, and lightly caramelized — this pandan honey butter corn brings a Vietnamese twist to a classic summer side. Perfect for grilling season, weeknight dinners, or easy entertaining.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch
Cuisine Vietnamese
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Grill or oven
  • Small mixing bowl (for mixing glaze)
  • Brush for basting
  • Foil (optional for roasting)

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ears corn husked
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon coconut milk optional
  • 1 teaspoon pandan extract or 2 tablespoons pandan juice
  • 1 quarter teaspoon salt
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons lime juice optional
  • Chili flakes or chopped scallions optional

Instructions
 

INSTRUCTIONS GRILL METHOD

  • Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
  • Mix the melted butter, honey, pandan extract or juice, salt, and coconut milk if using.
  • Brush the corn all over with the pandan honey butter.
  • Place the corn on the grill and cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes.
  • Brush with more pandan honey butter during the last few minutes.
  • Remove from the grill and finish with lime juice, chili flakes, or scallions if using.

INSTRUCTIONS ROASTED METHOD

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Mix the melted butter, honey, pandan extract or juice, salt, and coconut milk if using.
  • Brush the corn all over with the pandan honey butter.
  • Place the corn on a baking sheet or wrap in foil for softer kernels.
  • Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, turning the corn halfway through.
  • Brush with more pandan honey butter before serving.

Notes

Pandan extract gives a stronger aroma while pandan juice is more subtle. Add chili crisp for heat or extra coconut milk for richness. Slice leftover kernels into fried rice, salads, or bowls. This pairs well with grilled lemongrass chicken, vermicelli bowls, or summer hot pot nights.
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