Grilled Corn (烤玉米)

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烤玉米Grilled Corn

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What is Grilled Corn?

Grilled Corn (烤玉米) is one of Taiwan’s popular snacks, found in Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung and all over Taiwan. Corn on the cob grilled over charcoal and brushed again and again with a sweet-savory soy glaze, sometimes with chili. Chewy, smoky and sticky.

What does it taste like?

  • Sweet soy glaze
  • Smoky charcoal
  • Chewy corn
  • Spicy (optional)

How much does it cost?

NT$60–100 each

Where to eat it in Taiwan

Night markets and grill stalls. Grilling takes a while, so many stalls take your order and call your number.

How to find it near you

Tap “Find nearby on Google Maps” above — it searches by the Chinese name “烤玉米”, so you see real local shops, not only places with English menus. At the shop, show the Chinese name or say “kǎo yù mǐ”.