Smoky Tex-Mex Street Corn Skewers with Chipotle Lime Butter

Allergens

Dairy (in butter)

Ingredients

• 6 ears of corn, husks removed and cut into thirds
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Optional: Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, lime juice, chipotle chili powder, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until well combined. Set aside.
3. Skewer each corn cob piece onto metal or wooden skewers, ensuring they are securely fastened.
4. Grill the corn skewers on preheated grill or grill pan for 5 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until corn is tender and slightly charred.
5. Remove corn from grill and immediately brush with the chipotle lime butter.
6. If desired, garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this dish is the perfect balance of spicy, smoky, and tangy flavors, so be sure not to skimp on the seasonings in the butter.

Notes

Be sure to have additional butter ready for guests to re-season their corn as desired.