Fiesta Grilled Corn

Name: Fiesta Grilled Corn
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons grated lime zest; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 6 large ears sweet corn in husks; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or fresh goat cheese

9 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
6 large ears sweet corn in husks
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or fresh goat cheese

Directions

1

In a small bowl, combine the butter, cilantro, lime zest and garlic powder. Shape into a log; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
2

Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Place in a Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili powder and paprika. Spread over corn. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string.
3

Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. Serve with butter slices and sprinkle with cheese.