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Grilled Mexican Corn on the Cob

Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Eva Marie
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sweet smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons ancho powder or chili powder
  • 6 ears corn
  • 1 cup Cojita cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • A bunch of cilantro
  • Limes

Instructions

  • Remove or tie back husks from corn.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and then turn off heat.
  • Place corn in the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove corn and drain.
  • Mix the mayonnaise, paprika, chili powder, and salt together.
  • Lightly brush the chili mixture over each cob of corn.
  • Grill the corn until it begins to brown and has some caramelized edges.
  • Remove corn from grill, brush with more of the chili sauce, sprinkle with cheese and chopped cilantro.
  • Season with salt and pepper, a squeeze of lime and enjoy.