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Smoky Street Corn Skewers with Chili Lime Butter

Find the best recipe for Smoky Street Corn Skewers with Chili Lime Butter, a tasty and satisfying Tex-Mex cookout snack that brings the excitement of a weekend street festival to your home.

Time: Prep - 10 minutes, Cook - 7 minutes, Total - 17 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy (Milk and Butter)

Ingredients

  • 4 ears fresh corn, husked and halved 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon lime zest 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
  2. Brush corn with oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on skewers.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together butter, chili powder, lime zest, and lime juice until combined.
  4. Grill corn skewers for 5 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until corn is tender and slightly charred.
  5. Remove from grill and immediately brush with chili lime butter.

Chef’s Insight

Don't overcook the corn, as it should remain tender.

Notes

The chili lime butter can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Cultural or Historical Background

Elote is a popular street food in Mexico and the United States, often served on the cob with mayo, cheese, chili powder, and lime.