Xotes (Grilled Mexican Street Corn With Xo Sauce) Recipe

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   When all charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and spread coals evenly over half of coal grate. Alternatively, set half the burners of a gas grill to high heat. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill, and allow to preheat for 5 minutes.

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   grilling grate.

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   Meanwhile, combine cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream or crema, XO sauce, scallions, garlic, lime zest, and ground chilies (if using) in a large bowl. Using a flexible spatula, stir together until homogenous; set aside.

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   When grill is hot, place corn directly over hot side of grill and cook, rotating occasionally, until cooked through and charred in spots on all sides, about 8 minutes total.

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   Transfer corn to bowl with cheese mixture and use a large spoon to evenly coat corn on all sides with mixture. Sprinkle with extra cheese and ground chilies (if using) and serve immediately with lime wedges.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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