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Flavorful Grilled Corn with Cotija Cheese and Lime

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A simple and delicious grilled corn recipe featuring smoky charred kernels topped with creamy cotija cheese and fresh lime juice, perfect for summer BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husks removed but silk left intact if preferred
  • ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1–2 fresh limes, juiced
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (205°C). If using charcoal, wait until coals are glowing red with a light layer of ash.
  2. Peel back the husks without removing them entirely for steam protection or remove completely for direct grilling. Remove silk strands carefully.
  3. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until smooth.
  4. Place the corn directly on the grill grates. Turn every 2-3 minutes to get an even char all around. Grill for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown with slightly blackened spots.
  5. Remove corn from the grill and brush generously with the mayo mixture while still hot.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese all over the coated corn so it sticks to the warm surface.
  7. Squeeze fresh lime juice over each ear just before serving.
  8. Optional: Brush melted butter on the corn before the mayo step for extra richness.

Notes

Keep turning the corn every couple of minutes for even cooking and to avoid bitter black spots. Apply mayo mixture while corn is hot to help cotija cheese stick. Add lime juice last to keep it fresh and bright. For a dairy-free version, substitute cotija with nutritional yeast and use vegan mayo.

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Keywords: grilled corn, cotija cheese, lime, summer BBQ, easy side dish, smoky corn, Mexican street corn, cotija, lime juice

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