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Grilled corn with cheese and chili

Grilled Corn with Cheese and Chili

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ears sweet corn husks removed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tbsp lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil for corn and grill
  • 2 tablespoons Mexican crema optional, for drizzling

Method
 

  1. Mix butter, lime juice, zest, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
  2. Heat grill to medium-high, about 400°F; oil grates. Brush corn lightly with oil.
  3. Grill 10–12 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes, until tender and charred.
  4. Spread with butter mixture. Add Cotija and cilantro; serve with lime wedges. Drizzle with crema, if using.