Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream or Mexican crema
  • ¼ cup cotija cheese (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ancho or chipotle chili powder
  • 8 ears shucked corn
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 1 lime (halved)
  • Smoked paprika (optional and additional lime wedges to garnish)

Instruction

  • Heat the grill to medium high.
  • In a small bowl combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, 3 tablespoons of the cheese, garlic, and chili powder. Transfer to a plate.
  • Brush the corn with the melted butter.  Grill the corn for 8 minutes, until it is nicely browned in spots.  Roll the corn in the mayo mixture, and place on a serving platter.  Squeeze the lime over the corn, sprinkle with the remaining tablespoon of cheese, then sprinkle with smoked paprika if desired.  Add the lime wedges, and serve immediately.