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Fiery Street Corn with Crumbled Blue Cheese

Fiery Street Corn with Crumbled Blue Cheese Recipe, Easy Appetizer Recipes, Best Street Food Recipes, Corn Dishes

πŸ•’ Prep 10 min, Cook 8 min, Total 18 min
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: American, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy (Blue Cheese)

Ingredients

  • 4 large ears of corn, shucked
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  3. Brush each ear of corn with melted butter and sprinkle generously with the spice mixture.
  4. Place the corn on the grill and cook for 6 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and tender.
  5. Remove the corn from the grill and let it rest for a minute. Then, using a knife or brush, spread any remaining spices over the corn.
  6. Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese evenly over the top of each ear of corn.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and chives, and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The smoked paprika adds a depth of flavor that enhances the sweetness of the corn while the cayenne pepper brings just enough heat to make this dish memorable.

Notes

Serve this appetizer with a zesty lime wedge for an extra burst of flavor.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the street food classic, elote, commonly found at outdoor markets and fairs in Mexico.