Tailgate Smoky BBQ Street Corn
This recipe is perfect for a Tailgate Game Day Appetizer, inspired by the famous street-food classic, Street Corn or Elote, with a creative twist.
Allergens
Dairy (Blue Cheese)
Ingredients
- 4 ears of corn, shucked and cleaned
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (preferably your favorite brand)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium heat. Brush corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill corn for 6 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly charred and tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix together BBQ sauce, mayonnaise, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir until well combined.
- Using a pastry brush or the back of a spoon, generously slather the BBQ mixture over each ear of corn.
- Top each ear of corn with crumbled blue cheese and fresh cilantro.
- Squeeze lime wedges over the top for added zest. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Chef’s Insight
The combination of BBQ sauce, mayonnaise, and smoked paprika creates a rich, tangy flavor that complements the charred corn perfectly.
Notes
For an extra smoky flavor, use a mesquite or hickory wood chips for grilling.