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Flavorful Cilantro Lime Grilled Corn Recipe with Cotija Cheese

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A quick and easy grilled corn recipe featuring fresh lime juice, cilantro, and crumbly cotija cheese for a vibrant Mexican street food twist.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 2 medium limes, juiced and zested
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • ½ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to around 400°F (205°C).
  2. Husk the ears completely and remove all silk threads. Rinse quickly under cold water and pat dry.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Brush each ear of corn generously with melted butter using a silicone brush.
  5. Place the ears directly on the grill grates and turn every 2-3 minutes to get an even char all around, grilling for about 10-12 minutes until golden-brown spots appear and a smoky aroma develops.
  6. Remove corn from the grill and immediately brush the lime-cilantro mayo evenly over each ear while still hot.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese generously on the coated corn.
  8. Optionally, add a light dusting of extra chili powder or a squeeze of fresh lime before serving.

Notes

If the mayo mixture is too thick, thin it with a teaspoon or two of water or additional lime juice for easier spreading. Avoid over-charring the corn; blackened parts should be crispy but not burnt. Turn corn carefully with tongs to keep kernels intact. The lime-cilantro mayo can be made up to a day ahead and refrigerated. Keep cotija cheese refrigerated and crumble just before serving for best texture and flavor. For dairy-free or vegan options, substitute cotija with crumbled tofu or nutritional yeast and use vegan mayo.

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Keywords: grilled corn, cilantro lime corn, cotija cheese, Mexican street food, summer recipe, easy grilled corn

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