Description
Grilled Corn with Chipotle Mayo is a delightful dish that combines sweet, juicy corn with a spicy, creamy sauce, perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of fresh corn, husked
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for brushing the corn
Instructions
- Prepare the Corn: Husk the corn and remove all the silk. Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- Preheat the Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the Corn: Lightly brush each ear of corn with olive oil.
- Grill the Corn: Place corn on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Make the Chipotle Mayo: Mix mayonnaise, minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, and salt in a bowl.
- Assemble the Dish: Remove corn from the grill, brush with chipotle mayo.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and chili powder over the corn.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based mayonnaise.
- Reduce chipotle peppers for a milder flavor or use smoked paprika.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Reheat on the grill or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Grilled Corn, Chipotle Mayo, Summer Side Dish, BBQ Recipe