Mexican Grilled Corn -- Almost! Recipe

Name: Mexican Grilled Corn -- Almost!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: vegetable oil cooking spray or vegetable oil; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 3 tablespoons sour cream; 3 tablespoons cilantro leaves, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced (or pressed); ¾ teaspoon chili powder; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 4 teaspoons lime juice (about 1 lime); ½ cup romano cheese, grated (about 1 oz.); 4 teaspoons vegetable oil; 6 ears corn, husks and silk removed; ½ teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

vegetable oil cooking spray or vegetable oil
¼ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons cilantro leaves, minced
1 garlic clove, minced (or pressed)
¾ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
4 teaspoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
½ cup romano cheese, grated (about 1 oz.)
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
6 ears corn, husks and silk removed
½ teaspoon salt

1
Burn coals until all ignited and partially covered with ash, about 20 minutes Arrange coals in even layer over half of grill, leaving other half empty.
2
Position cooking grate over coals, cover grill, and heat grate until hot, about 5 minutes Scrape grate clean and spray with vegetable spray.
3
(Or wipe a cooking oil-soaked paper towel over grate.
4
).
5
While grill is heating, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, garlic, 1/4 teaspoons chili powder, black pepper, cayenne (if using) lime juice and cheese in large bowl.
6
Set aside.
7
In second large bowl, combine oil, salt and remaining 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; add corn and toss until coated evenly.
8
Grill corn over coals, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides, 7 to 12 minutes total.
9
Remove from grill and place in bowl with mayonnaise mixture.
10
Toss or brush to coat evenly.
11
Serve immediately.
12
FOR GAS GRILL:.
13
Turn all burners to high and heat grill with lid down until very hot, about 15 minutes Scrape and oil grate.
14
Proceed with recipe from Step 2, leaving burners on high and cooking corn with lid down.

382

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: vegetable oil cooking spray or vegetable oil, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons sour cream, 3 tablespoons cilantro leaves, minced, and more.

Yes, Mexican Grilled Corn -- Almost! falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mexican Grilled Corn -- Almost!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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