MEXICAN GRILLED CORN ON THE COB

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Street vendors across Mexico sell this style of roasted or grilled corn topped with mayonnaise, chili powder and Cotija cheese. You can serve the unadorned corn on a platter with small bowls of the sauce, cheese and lime on the side so everyone can make their own. Found online on Eating Well.

Provided by Katzen

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4 Cobs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt or 2 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
4 ears corn, husked
4 tablespoons Cotija cheese, finely shredded or 4 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 lime, quartered

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
  • 2. Combine mayonnaise, yogurt or sour cream and chili powder in a small bowl.
  • 3. Grill corn, turning occasionally, until marked and tender, 8 to 12 minutes total. Spread each ear with 1 tablespoon of the sauce and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Cotija (or Parmesan). Serve with lime wedges.
  • NOTE: Cotija cheese, also called queso Anejo or queso Anejado, is an aged Mexican cheese similar in texture and flavor to Parmesan. Find it near other specialty cheeses or in Mexican grocery stores.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.3, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 106.3, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 6.6, Protein 6.4

25BITgamerX
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I'm not usually a fan of corn on the cob, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilling process made the corn so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Benjamin Deleasky
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This is my favorite way to make corn on the cob. It's so easy and the results are always delicious. I love the smoky flavor that the grill gives the corn.


Isabel Taylor
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The corn was perfectly cooked and the cotija cheese and lime added a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Ssozi Juma
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This recipe is a great way to use fresh corn on the cob. The grilling process gives the corn a nice smoky flavor. The cotija cheese and lime add a nice tanginess. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new way to cook corn o


francis kutosi
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I love this recipe! The corn is so flavorful and juicy. The cotija cheese and lime add a nice tanginess. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Joyce Nazziwa
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The corn is grilled to perfection and the toppings are the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Shebeer Shebeer
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The corn is always cooked perfectly and the flavor is out of this world. I love the combination of the cotija cheese, lime, and cilantro. This recipe is a keeper!


The Cabbage Patch
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This is the best recipe for grilled corn on the cob that I've ever tried. The corn is always perfectly cooked and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves corn on the cob.


Chinenye Juliet
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the corn and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this recipe again for future potlucks.


Fortunate Ngwenyama
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This recipe is so simple, but it's so delicious. I love the combination of flavors from the cotija cheese, lime, and cilantro. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Drali Ansari
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I'm not usually a fan of corn on the cob, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilling process made the corn so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Neelam h Q
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This is my favorite way to make corn on the cob. It's so easy and the results are always delicious. I love the smoky flavor that the grill gives the corn.


Nabille Abdullah
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The corn was perfectly cooked and the cotija cheese and lime added a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Laxman Dass
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This recipe is a great way to enjoy fresh corn on the cob. The grilling process gives the corn a slightly smoky flavor, and the cotija cheese and lime add a nice tanginess. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new way to c