Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 8 ears of corn (husked)
  • 1/4 cup butter (melted)
  • 6-8 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup cotija (crumbled, plus more for serving)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, plus more for serving)
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (for garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for garnish)
  • red onion (minced, for garnish)

Instruction

  • Preheat broiler or your grill to medium.
  • Place corn perpendicular to grill or oven grates and grill or broil for about 10 minutes. Turn to evenly cook and char slightly. Remove and let cool slightly.
  • Cut kernels from corn cobs and place in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise, butter, lime juice, cotija, cilantro, and salt in a small bowl. Add mixture to bowl with corn and stir.
  • Top with more cotija, cilantro, red onion, and a sprinkle of chili powder or Tajín.