Mexican Grilled Corn

Juicy Mexican grilled corn topped with cotija cheese and a smoky, spicy lime mayo is Chef John's favorite way to eat summer corn on the cob.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 265 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 lime, sliced
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 pinch salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon ground ancho chile pepper
• 8 ears corn on the cob, husked
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup butter, melted, or as needed
• 0.5 cup freshly grated Cotija cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, ancho chile powder, and smoked paprika in a bowl; whisk until smooth. Refrigerate until needed.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Boil corn in salted water for 5 minutes. Drain the corn.

Step 4

Place ears of corn on hot grill and cook until the kernels begin to brown and caramelize, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn corn and continue to cook, turning ears after 1 to 2 minutes, until they are browned with slightly charred, caramelized spots.

Step 5

Generously brush corn with melted butter and ancho-lime mayonnaise until kernels are coated. Sprinkle ears with cotija cheese and salt. Garnish with slices of lime.