Fiery Grilled Street Corn with Lime Crema & Crumbly Cheese

Allergens

Dairy (Crumbly Cheese)

Ingredients

• 6 large ears of corn, husked and cleaned
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup crumbly cheese (such as feta or queso fresco), crumbled
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 limes, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
2. Brush corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill corn for 6 minutes per side, until lightly charred and tender.
3. In a small bowl, mix sour cream, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to create the Lime Crema sauce. Set aside.
4. Assemble the grilled corn on a platter, drizzle with Lime Crema, and top with crumbly cheese. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The perfect balance of spicy and smoky flavors makes this dish an unforgettable experience. Don't be afraid to customize the spice levels to your preference!

Notes

This recipe calls for fresh corn, but can also be prepared with frozen corn in a pinch.