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Grilled Street Corn with Spicy Lime Butter

Discover this mouthwatering Grilled Street Corn with Spicy Lime Butter recipe that brings a taste of the streets to your next gathering or cookout.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 8-10 minutes - Total: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired street food

Allergens

Dairy (butter), Gluten (cotija cheese, may contain gluten if cheese is processed with additives)

Ingredients

  • 6 ears of corn, shucked and silks removed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, smoked paprika, chili powder, lime zest, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside.
  3. Brush corn with a little oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill corn for 8 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly charred and tender.
  4. Remove corn from grill and immediately spread the spicy lime butter over each ear of corn, allowing it to melt and absorb into the corn.
  5. Sprinkle with cotija cheese, cilantro, and an additional squeeze of lime juice, if desired. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

This recipe captures the essence of street food, with bold flavors and a balance between sweet and spicy.

Notes

The spicy lime butter can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Cultural or Historical Background

Grilled Street Corn with Spicy Lime Butter is inspired by Elote, a traditional Mexican street snack.