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Sizzling Smoky Street Corn with Spicy Chipotle Mayo

Discover the perfect copycat recipe for a smoky, spicy street corn with feta and chipotle mayo that captures the essence of a weekend at the market.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 8-10 minutes | Total: 18-20 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Street Food, Fusion

Allergens

Egg (mayonnaise), Dairy (feta cheese)

Ingredients

  • 2 ears of corn, husks removed
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the spicy mayo sauce. Set aside.
  3. Brush the corn ears with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides and tender, about 8 10 minutes.
  5. Remove the corn from the grill and let it cool slightly.
  6. Slather each ear of corn with the spicy mayo sauce, then sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

To add extra smokiness to the dish, soak the corn in cold water mixed with apple cider vinegar for 10 minutes before grilling.

Notes

Make sure to use freshly ground chili powder and cumin for the best flavor.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the popular Mexican street food "Elote," and our creative twist incorporates Mediterranean flavors with feta cheese and a hint of Greek influence.