Crispy Cheesy Street Corn with Chipotle Lime Aioli

Allergens

Dairy (Cotija cheese), Eggs (Mayonnaise)

Ingredients

• 4 ears of fresh corn, shucked and cleaned
• 1 cup grated Cotija cheese
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
• Zest of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat grill to medium high heat.
2. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, mix together mayonnaise, chipotle powder, lime zest, and lime juice. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
4. Brush corn with melted butter, then evenly coat each ear of corn with the spice mixture.
5. Grill corn for 8 10 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure even charring on all sides.
6. Remove corn from grill and immediately brush with a generous amount of the chipotle lime aioli. Then, sprinkle with Cotija cheese.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.

Chef’s Insight

To add an extra smoky flavor, try grilling the corn over wood chips for added depth.

Notes

Make sure to grill the corn evenly for the best texture and flavor.